Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

One theory for the ineffectiveness of the Kookaburra in this country is it is not suitable to the softer pitches of the UK, as opposed to harder surfaces of the southern hemisphere.

From BBC • Jul. 18, 2025

His double-talk and verbal whiplash were stunning in its ineffectiveness, and instead of paving a way forward, left a trail of smoke.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2025

Thanks to injuries and ineffectiveness from the starting rotation, the bullpen’s 126 innings were far and away the most in the majors.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2025

What is notable about these drugs is their relative ineffectiveness in improving depression symptoms.

From Slate • Aug. 20, 2024

McKissick also defended the phrase, terming it an inevitable response to the “dashed hopes and mangled dreams of a people and a result of the ineffectiveness of the nonviolent movement.”

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson