inconclusive
adjective
in·con·clu·sive
ˌin-kən-ˈklü-siv 
-ziv
: leading to no conclusion or definite result
inconclusive test results
inconclusive evidence
an inconclusive argument
inconclusively
adverb
inconclusiveness
noun
Examples of inconclusive in a Sentence
The results of the test were inconclusive.
The first two rounds of the boxing match were inconclusive.
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The Florida Department of Law Enforcement announced on March 27 that the testing was inconclusive.
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Jim Turner, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
But the results were later deemed inconclusive.
—Dan Sullivan, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026
While the latest wars against Iran and Hezbollah were widely supported, the inconclusive outcomes have left many Israelis feeling fatigued and disappointed.
—Julia Frankel, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Studies are inconclusive, but some research suggests tart cherry juice might help with managing blood pressure.
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Jim Turner, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
But the results were later deemed inconclusive.
—Dan Sullivan, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026
While the latest wars against Iran and Hezbollah were widely supported, the inconclusive outcomes have left many Israelis feeling fatigued and disappointed.
—Julia Frankel, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Studies are inconclusive, but some research suggests tart cherry juice might help with managing blood pressure.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 24 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for inconclusive
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“Inconclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inconclusive. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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inconclusive
adjective
in·con·clu·sive
ˌin-kən-ˈklü-siv
-ziv
: not leading to a definite conclusion or result
inconclusive evidence
inconclusively
adverb
inconclusiveness
noun
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