as in irreversible
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not capable of being changed; impossible to revoke
She has made an irrevocable decision. an irrevocable change
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Recent Examples of irrevocable
Regardless of the ultimate verdict, jurors in the Madigan trial saw irrevocable proof of Springfield’s messy overlap of money, special interests, power politics and extraordinarily cozy relationships between lawmakers and lobbyists.
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Ray Long, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2025
Some are even considering locking up their assets in various types of irrevocable trusts in advanced estate planning transactions without knowing what their exemption amount will be, which candidly is the current wise advice amongst the private wealth planning community.
—Darren T. Case, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Here’s how to stay ahead: Trusts And Legal Structures
Work with a knowledgeable professional to ensure your asset protection vehicles, such as irrevocable trusts or LLCs, are structured correctly to withstand regulatory scrutiny while achieving your protection goals.
—Blake Harris, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
An irrevocable trust can’t be changed or revoked for the most part, though limited changes might be allowed.
—Bob Carlson, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
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Ray Long, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2025
Some are even considering locking up their assets in various types of irrevocable trusts in advanced estate planning transactions without knowing what their exemption amount will be, which candidly is the current wise advice amongst the private wealth planning community.
—Darren T. Case, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Here’s how to stay ahead: Trusts And Legal Structures
Work with a knowledgeable professional to ensure your asset protection vehicles, such as irrevocable trusts or LLCs, are structured correctly to withstand regulatory scrutiny while achieving your protection goals.
—Blake Harris, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
An irrevocable trust can’t be changed or revoked for the most part, though limited changes might be allowed.
—Bob Carlson, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for irrevocable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for irrevocable
Adjective
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The Japanese Foreign Ministry warned that the country has until about 2030 before the trend is irreversible.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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More important, economists say, the rise of free trade may be irreversible, its benefits so powerful that the rest of the world finds a way to keep the system going, even without its central player.—
Mark Landler,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Well, somebody is going to have to replace the irreplaceable man one day.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
16 Apr. 2025
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Consequently, the impact is felt in specific industries, locations, or households that face shortages, sometimes of necessary items, some of which are irreplaceable in the short term.—
Adam S. Posen,
Foreign Affairs,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The government's removal would result in irreparable harm including exposure to violence, persecution, and family separation.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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Perhaps the Administration will eventually lose in court, but the harm already done will be irreparable.—
Ruth Marcus,
New Yorker,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Irrevocable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/irrevocable. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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