'unable' in a sentence
Learn how to use 'unable' with 20 example sentences.
- unable adjective
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: (usually followed by `to') lacking necessary physical or mental ability
: lacking in power or forcefulness
: (usually followed by `to') not having the necessary means or skill or know-how
Doctors have been unable to find a cure.
He was unable to answer my question.
He is unable to concentrate on his academic work.
I was very tired, but I was nevertheless unable to sleep.
She is unable to cope with stress.
Without oxygen, we would be unable to breathe.
I was unable to finish my homework.
He was unable to resist the temptation.
We are sorry we are unable to accept your request.
We were unable to rescue her.
The prime minister was unable to form a cabinet.
I'm unable to translate this sentence.
I was unable to write down the number of the car.
I'm unable to pay now.
He was unable to hide his tears.
The professor was unable to comprehend what I meant.
I was unable to breathe because of the smoke.
He is unable to do it.
I was unable to look her in the face.
The country was unable to pay its debts.