ir·re·press·ible
ˌir-i-ˈpre-sə-bəl 
: impossible to repress, restrain, or control
irrepressible curiosity
plural -es
: the quality or state of being irrepressible
his constant irrepressibility
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Adjective
She has an irrepressible sense of humor.
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Adjective
In the period immediately preceding the war, Reynolds shows us, people on both sides almost instinctively reached for this conceit to explain the irrepressible conflict.
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James Traub,
The Atlantic,
28 June 2026
Adam Weiner, leader of the acclaimed and irrepressible band Low Cut Connie, is a force of nature who never seems to be light on releases, road dates or enthusiasm.
—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
25 June 2026
After 28 years away, Norway, led by the irrepressible Erling Haaland, have started this World Cup with a bang and are already into the knockout stage.
—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
23 June 2026
Anchored by irrepressible vocalist Amy Taylor, the Australian quartet channels frustration, defiance and anger surrounding big-picture issues with snarling cleverness, rabble-rousing fun and tidal hooks.
—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
26 May 2026
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“Irrepressible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/irrepressible. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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irrepressible
adjective
ir·re·press·ible
ˌir-i-ˈpres-ə-bəl
: impossible to repress or control
irrepressible curiosity
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