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as in excessive
going beyond a normal or acceptable limit in degree or amount
an unconscionable number of errors for an important government report
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as in immoral
not guided by or showing a concern for what is right
a politician with an unconscionable disregard for the truth
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Recent Examples of unconscionable
The long struggle for racial integration in our nation and city was born out of the unconscionable and deliberate segregation of black and white students in the South.
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Ray Domanico, Washington Post, 9 Jan. 2026
In this case, the extent of taxpayer waste is unconscionable.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
For Europeans, the latest peace proposal is an unconscionable capitulation to Vladimir Putin, rewarding him for invading a neighboring country.
—Luke McGee, Time, 10 Dec. 2025
How a country like ours can turn its back on people who have put their lives at risk for us is indeed unconscionable.
—Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 24 Nov. 2025
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Ray Domanico, Washington Post, 9 Jan. 2026
In this case, the extent of taxpayer waste is unconscionable.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
For Europeans, the latest peace proposal is an unconscionable capitulation to Vladimir Putin, rewarding him for invading a neighboring country.
—Luke McGee, Time, 10 Dec. 2025
How a country like ours can turn its back on people who have put their lives at risk for us is indeed unconscionable.
—Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 24 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unconscionable
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Although the Bobcats scored more points in the paint, their inability to stop the Eagles' forward on the interior led to excessive fouling.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Feb. 2026
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Critics say it was often used to justify excessive force by police.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Cooperation feels not only impossible, but immoral.—
Joe Palaggi,
Twin Cities,
11 Feb. 2026
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This also underlines how the admirably, anti-tank Heat are being asked to save civilization, protect The Republic, maintain a sense of morality in an immoral world and protect our children’s tomorrow from an accelerated descent into nihilism.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
10 Feb. 2026
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Massie’s comments shined a new spotlight on Les Wexner, the former owner of Victoria’s Secret, who is one of the most mysterious figures in Epstein’s orbit – a key player in helping the financier’s rise to extreme wealth, whose motivations and ties to Epstein have long been a source of speculation.—
Curt Devine,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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That means potential payoffs but also extreme danger.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Figure skating is ruthless that way.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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Pursued by both the FBI and a ruthless crime boss (Bening), Lucky must fight for her life — and a way out.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
3 Feb. 2026
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Last week, the wind-power green scam artists were back in federal court, arguing to be permitted to keep squandering billions more on those insane offshore windmills that produce next to no energy, but plenty of pollution.—
Howie Carr,
Boston Herald,
1 Feb. 2026
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That’s the best reaction to these stupid, insane men ruling the world now and trying to grab and dominate the world.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
31 Jan. 2026
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Tried as an adult, the teen was convicted five months later at a trial replete with errors and unethical behavior — but almost no real evidence.—
Dan Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
17 Feb. 2026
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Before some of the NBA’s best players spent Valentine’s Day Saturday in competitive 3-point shooting and dunking exhibitions, Commissioner Adam Silver gave his best lawyerly answers in a half-hour-long news conference focused largely on unethical hoops.—
Mirjam Swanson,
Oc Register,
15 Feb. 2026
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The seven-time All-Star made his first seven shots with five 3-pointers amid raucous cheers from the extra-steep supporters’ section called The Wall behind one basket at this futuristic 18-month-old arena.—
Greg Beacham,
Twin Cities,
16 Feb. 2026
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The seven-time All-Star made his first seven shots with five 3-pointers amid raucous cheers from the extra-steep supporters' section called The Wall behind one basket at this futuristic 18-month-old arena.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
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For the 2026 reimagining, Fennell worked with costume designer Jacqueline Durran to create dozens of costumes (Cathy alone, played by Margot Robbie, had 50) that were heavily inspired by the extravagant, unselfconscious and campy outfits of the mid-century.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
12 Feb. 2026
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One-upmanship, extravagant architectural plans, and a comparatively short construction schedule result in big bills, which are often not reflected in the original bids.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Unconscionable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unconscionable. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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