as in invincible
incapable of being defeated, overcome, or subdued
this year the coach's strategy seems bulletproof
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Recent Examples of bulletproof
Both efforts represent scientific achievements, but bulletproof evidence of a topological quantum bit is elusive.
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IEEE Spectrum, 19 Mar. 2025
Chandler went into the bout in New York last November with seemingly bulletproof confidence after a strong fight camp but was beaten by an excellent Oliveira display as the former undisputed UFC lightweight champion claimed a unanimous decision victory at Madison Square Garden.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 1 Feb. 2025
Straight-talking and seemingly bulletproof in the press conference chair, Arne Slot has mixed tactical insight with humour during his time as Liverpool’s head coach.
—Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025
Glass walls line the sidewalk; a landscaped plaza is lit from the cantilevered structure above; a grid of generous vertical windows is framed in handsome steel (or maybe that’s Disney-ish terra-cotta); a blond-wood open lobby leads to a reception desk unprotected by bulletproof glass.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 24 Jan. 2025
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IEEE Spectrum, 19 Mar. 2025
Chandler went into the bout in New York last November with seemingly bulletproof confidence after a strong fight camp but was beaten by an excellent Oliveira display as the former undisputed UFC lightweight champion claimed a unanimous decision victory at Madison Square Garden.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 1 Feb. 2025
Straight-talking and seemingly bulletproof in the press conference chair, Arne Slot has mixed tactical insight with humour during his time as Liverpool’s head coach.
—Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025
Glass walls line the sidewalk; a landscaped plaza is lit from the cantilevered structure above; a grid of generous vertical windows is framed in handsome steel (or maybe that’s Disney-ish terra-cotta); a blond-wood open lobby leads to a reception desk unprotected by bulletproof glass.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 24 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bulletproof
Adjective
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But even more importantly, our testers said the loose mineral powder delivered a smooth, natural finish that felt almost invincible.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
1 Apr. 2025
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Jokic had lofted a clutch floater to clinch 2OT, and dropped in a free throw to put Denver up 139-138 with 17.1 remaining, a maelstrom in Ball surrounding a man who seemed invincible.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
1 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In March and April, Birds of Magyar accounted for 6-10% of the total number of tanks and other armored vehicles, but only 1-2% of the amount of artillery.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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Ahead of the order, the Army on April 5 delivered more than 50 armored Stryker fighting vehicles to Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas.—
Jason Allen,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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An e-mail publication was invulnerable to the caprices of social-media platforms and their algorithms.—
Nathan Heller,
The New Yorker,
15 Mar. 2025
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No authentication mechanism is invulnerable to exploitations.—
Ranjitkumar Sivakumar,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Superstar Harmanpreet Kaur's unbelievable 171 not out that destroyed an impregnable Australia in a remarkable semi-final upset was seen as a turning point.—
Tristan Lavalette,
Forbes,
15 Oct. 2024
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But their defenses are not impregnable.—
David Zipper,
Vox,
7 Dec. 2018
Adjective
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These Arizona sandals with their iconic two-buckle design offer unbeatable support for all-day wear.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2025
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The resort sits nested within the Sierra Nevada Mountain range, providing a one-of-a-kind experience where breathtaking views meet unbeatable fun.—
Shelby Knick,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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At every light switch, power socket, and on the road, an unstoppable revolution is already underway.—
Umair Irfan,
Vox,
21 Apr. 2025
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At this time last year, recall that The Bear looked like an unstoppable juggernaut in Comedy, only to spend the next few months getting flack for its low-on-laughs third season.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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However, the technological tools available to companies at this tier have significantly improved, empowering them to overcome obstacles that once seemed insurmountable.—
Shiv Kaushik,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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The difference between the two can feel insurmountable.—
Cindy Kuzma,
SELF,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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His journey and indomitable spirit have been an inspiration for everyone who has been touched by his story.—
Paulina Dedaj,
FOXNews.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Chris Harris’s journey has been touched by hardship, hurdles, and his indomitable spirit, unwilling to accept defeat.—
Ethan Stone,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Bulletproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bulletproof. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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