as in inexplicable
impossible to explain
a series of unexplainable weather events
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Recent Examples of unexplainable
Because these systems rely on machine learning, their inner workings are often proprietary, unexplainable and beyond meaningful public accountability.
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Nicole M. Bennett, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2025
Pulled in by a series of strange and unexplainable video clips, a brother and sister team up to investigate the events captured in the
footage, only to discover a shocking secret that’s overtaking their small-town Texas community.
—Katcy Stephan, Variety, 16 Apr. 2025
Pulled in by a series of strange and unexplainable video clips, a brother and sister team up to investigate the events captured in the footage, only to discover a shocking secret that’s overtaking their small-town Texas community.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2025
The story follows the three Maxwell siblings who grew up as the only Black family in a gated Dallas neighborhood, also tormented by strange and unexplainable demonic happenings in their house.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
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Nicole M. Bennett, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2025
Pulled in by a series of strange and unexplainable video clips, a brother and sister team up to investigate the events captured in the
footage, only to discover a shocking secret that’s overtaking their small-town Texas community.
—Katcy Stephan, Variety, 16 Apr. 2025
Pulled in by a series of strange and unexplainable video clips, a brother and sister team up to investigate the events captured in the footage, only to discover a shocking secret that’s overtaking their small-town Texas community.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2025
The story follows the three Maxwell siblings who grew up as the only Black family in a gated Dallas neighborhood, also tormented by strange and unexplainable demonic happenings in their house.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unexplainable
Adjective
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The show observes a chilly island community that experiences inexplicable miracles upon the arrival of their mysterious yet charismatic new priest (Hamish Linklater).—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
26 June 2025
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Littered with animation errors, such as the inexplicable change in the number of branches on Charlie Brown’s little Christmas tree, this handmade classic became an instant hit, winning a Peabody and an Emmy the following year.—
Chris Carra,
Smithsonian Magazine,
26 June 2025
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So watch for seemingly irrational behavior and erratic tactical moves, as leadership is unafraid to confuse customers and take outsized capital risks.—
Forrester,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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As Reva relates the stories of her three main characters—including one whose true passion is snail conservation—her novel hums with bruised faith in the irrational power of hope, whether for peace, love, endangered species, or familial reconciliation.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
23 June 2025
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The Biden-era Justice Department, Washington, D.C., and six states sued in 2021, arguing the alliance violates Section 1 of the Sherman Act, a federal antitrust law that prohibits unreasonable restraints on competition.—
Zach Schonfeld,
The Hill,
30 June 2025
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The post garnered hundreds of responses with the majority of commenters arguing that her critique of her friend was unreasonable.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
28 June 2025
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Worse, school choice can become an excuse for policymakers to skirt hard and immediately needed conversations about an ineffective public-school curriculum, classrooms that have morphed into screen zombies, or unaccountable teacher and student performance.—
Abby McCloskey,
Twin Cities,
18 June 2025
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Without clear insight into how AI models make decisions, businesses risk deploying tools that are unaccountable, biased or poorly understood.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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There was an unusual silence surrounding Sacramento’s apparent acquisition of Dennis Schroder on Monday after the Kings reportedly reached an agreement with the free agent point guard.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2025
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Thanks to the rapid ascension of brands like Ganni and Saks Potts in recent years, Danish fashion has become a global sensation with its unusual silhouettes, playful colors and patterns, and effortless, bike-ready vibe.—
Stephanie Sporn,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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“Unexplainable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unexplainable. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.
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