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intractable adj

Intractable means not easily managed, controlled, or solved. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of intractable

  • not easily managed, controlled, or solved

Usage examples of intractable

The two sides returned to the table with the same intractable disagreement.

Doctors tried several treatments for her intractable pain.

The rescue team faced an intractable knot of cables under the stage.

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