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unable
'unable' - used as an adjective
1. (usually followed by 'to') not having the necessary means or skill or know-how
unable to get to town without a car
unable to obtain funds
2. (usually followed by 'to') lacking necessary physical or mental ability
dyslexics are unable to learn to read adequately
the sun was unable to melt enough snow
3. lacking in power or forcefulness
like an unable phoenix in hot ashes
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