as in invaluable
not capable of being substituted by another of the same type
That vase was an irreplaceable family heirloom.
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Recent Examples of irreplaceable
Both said emotional breakdowns are common as a result of the experience and recalling the irreplaceable items lost.
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Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
The quickness is irreplaceable.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 4 Mar. 2026
These artists seem irreplaceable, not just for their music, but also for their individuality and wisdom.
—Bret Saunders, Denver Post, 1 Mar. 2026
The loss of Puig, who might be the most irreplaceable player in MLS, will certainly sting.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
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Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
The quickness is irreplaceable.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 4 Mar. 2026
These artists seem irreplaceable, not just for their music, but also for their individuality and wisdom.
—Bret Saunders, Denver Post, 1 Mar. 2026
The loss of Puig, who might be the most irreplaceable player in MLS, will certainly sting.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for irreplaceable
Adjective
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Roberton’s comments about his potential transfer offer an invaluable insight into his character.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Viewing the job as a ticket to an invaluable baseball education, Hollander discussed tactics as each game unfolded.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Despite being strapped financially, Ruben gets addicted to the expensive process of injections, falling for a number of venomous right-wing podcasts about claiming one’s manhood.—
Tomris Laffly,
Variety,
14 Mar. 2026
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Fuel surcharges will also rise — as shipping companies aim to pass along higher costs to their customers, ultimately making goods more expensive.—
Cathy Bussewitz,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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“Irreplaceable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/irreplaceable. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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