as in continuous
disapproving
having or seeming to have no end; continuing for a very long time
an interminable war an interminable wait
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Recent Examples of interminable
Footage captured by documentary cameras reveals Dylan backed into a corner by Willie Nelson and Huey Lewis, who speak at him for an interminable period about their golf game.
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Jordan Runtagh, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025
But at least the tournament won’t be milked like World Cups, which stretch out for interminable lengths, with the final played on March 9 although its short nature is more to do with the new IPL season hot on its heels.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
Much of the lowest moments of the event had nothing to do with the new format, but rather the interminable commercialization of the game.
—Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2025
Until then, more fruitcake and fudge will certainly help the interminable wait.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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Jordan Runtagh, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025
But at least the tournament won’t be milked like World Cups, which stretch out for interminable lengths, with the final played on March 9 although its short nature is more to do with the new IPL season hot on its heels.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
Much of the lowest moments of the event had nothing to do with the new format, but rather the interminable commercialization of the game.
—Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2025
Until then, more fruitcake and fudge will certainly help the interminable wait.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interminable
Adjective
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Asawa is best known for creating a continuous form within a form, but there are a variety of bulbs, gourd-like shapes and spirals.—
Robert Taylor,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2025
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Microsoft exemplifies this approach through continuous investment in global data centers, quantum computing research, and advanced cloud architecture—even when Wall Street analysts pressured for higher short-term returns.—
Tima Bansal,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Short wars are fought with whatever resources are available at the time; long wars require the development of capabilities that are geared to changing operational imperatives, as demonstrated by the continual transformation of drone warfare in Ukraine.—
Lawrence D. Freedman,
Foreign Affairs,
14 Apr. 2025
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With continual breaking headlines about romance scams and serial catfishers, people are becoming more cautious online, calling for better security and authenticity guardrails.—
Quora,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This not only ensures continued alignment with business goals but also helps organizations adapt as new opportunities emerge.—
Mike Britton,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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So that’s a continued positive, for sure.’’ Landeskog played 14:37 on Saturday night.—
Pierre LeBrun,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Officials said overnight enforcement will focus on common and continuing offenses such as commercial vehicles parked in residential areas and permit violations.—
Michelle Deal-Zimmerman,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Mar. 2025
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State of the labor market Initial weekly unemployment insurance claims have held in a fairly steady range around 220,000, though continuing claims earlier in November had hit their highest level in about three years.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
5 Dec. 2024
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“Interminable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interminable. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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