irreplaceable
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- irreplaceably adverb
Etymology
Origin of irreplaceable
First recorded in 1800–10; ir- 2 + replaceable
Example Sentences
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England captain and all-time record scorer Kane remains irreplaceable - as shown against Uruguay and Japan - as the main striker, while Bukayo Saka's quality and major tournament experience make him an automatic choice.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
Helium plays an irreplaceable part in the manufacturing process for semiconductor chips and Qatar supplies a third of the global output.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026
"Head-of-state diplomacy plays an irreplaceable strategic guiding role in China-US relations," spokesman Lin Jian told a press conference.
From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026
The loss of Puig, who might be the most irreplaceable player in MLS, will certainly sting.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026
Each flake was different, Sister Zoe had said, like a person, irreplaceable and beautiful.
From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez
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