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as in unerring
not being or likely to be wrong
a teacher with an infallible memory for names
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as in reliable
not likely to fail
an infallible cure for hiccups
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Recent Examples of infallible
By this time, Baratz had been in the business long enough to know his eye for talent was far from infallible.
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Alec Lewis, New York Times, 17 June 2025
While mobile boarding passes are a convenient and accessible way to have one of your most important travel documents at the ready, technology isn’t infallible.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2025
Whereas the Swiss international was the most dominant midfielder in German football in 2023/24, Xhaka was no longer infallible.
—Manuel Veth, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
But to see the grandfatherly Spielberg, whose work feels infallible today, reflect on it so long after the fact is one of the more striking elements of this extremely watchable documentary.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 20 June 2025
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Alec Lewis, New York Times, 17 June 2025
While mobile boarding passes are a convenient and accessible way to have one of your most important travel documents at the ready, technology isn’t infallible.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2025
Whereas the Swiss international was the most dominant midfielder in German football in 2023/24, Xhaka was no longer infallible.
—Manuel Veth, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
But to see the grandfatherly Spielberg, whose work feels infallible today, reflect on it so long after the fact is one of the more striking elements of this extremely watchable documentary.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for infallible
Adjective
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As always, Reichardt’s impeccable craft is front and center: the film’s naturalism and remarkable period detail creating a portrait of unerring authenticity and psychological mystery.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
5 Aug. 2025
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The numbers look sensational — his frightening physical profile and an unerring ability to thump a football immensely satisfying on the eye — but there are still burning questions.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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Also moving across is Alpecin Deceuninck’s Edward Planckaert, known for his one-day and stage racing and being a reliable cog in sprint leadouts.—
Jessica Hopkins,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
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Blackouts have nevertheless become a common occurrence in the country's scorching summers, and shorter power cuts take place almost daily, with many Iraqis depending on private generators for reliable power — while those without that access are left to suffer.—
Natasha Turak,
CNBC,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Steep, green hills, difficult to grow crops on, but absolutely perfect for grazing cows.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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The step-up design is perfect for creating some visual interest and the sleek black hardware brings a modern feel to the natural wood grain.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
25 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Yesterday’s pangrams were gainful, unfailing and unflagging.—
Julia Jacobs,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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She’s put off by his sweetness, his refusal to respond to her meanness and his unfailing encouragement, expressing pride in her tiniest recovery wins.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2019
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That means not just planning a flawless itinerary, but also investing in travel accessories that provide comfort and security throughout the trip.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Aug. 2025
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The organizations winning right now aren’t those with flawless rollouts.—
Farah Ayadi,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Calls of three and four clubs agree diamonds, for sure.—
Deb Harvell,
Arkansas Online,
17 Aug. 2025
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But one thing is for sure — Albin’s team is ready to face an opponent who is not wearing green and white.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Aug. 2025
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“Infallible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/infallible. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.
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