unattainable goal (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ʌnəˈteɪnəbəl ɡoʊl/
Definition
A target or objective that is impossible to achieve, often due to lack of resources, time, or feasibility.
Examples
The team realized that their unattainable goal of winning the championship was not going to happen this season.
Setting unattainable goals can lead to disappointment and decreased motivation.
How to Use unattainable goal
- set an unattainable goal (verb phrase)
- to establish an objective that is impossible to achieve — "The company set an unattainable goal to increase sales by 50% within the next quarter."
- strive for an unattainable goal (verb phrase)
- to make an effort to achieve an impossible objective — "The athlete strives for an unattainable goal of winning every game in the season."
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