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impossible action

Part of Speech: noun

Sense: a deed or behavior that is considered to be unattainable or unachievable.

Usage:

1. It is an impossible action to fly without the use of any mechanical equipment.
2. Completing this complicated puzzle in ten seconds is an impossible action.

Part of Speech: adjective

Sense: describes an action or task that cannot be accomplished or fulfilled.

Usage:

1. Trying to convince someone who never listens is an impossible action.
2. Asking for perfect weather on a camping trip is an impossible action.

Part of Speech: adverb

Sense: indicates that an action or task is performed in a way that is impossible or without success.

Usage:

1. She tried to run away, but the shackles held her impossible action.
2. The chef attempted to bake a cake without flour, but his impossible action resulted in a disaster.

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