Irretrievable

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Non-reversible Actions

Use 'irretrievable' when an action cannot be undone, often leading to serious consequences.

After the irretrievable error, the scientific data was lost forever.

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Finality and Loss

'Irretrievable' often implies a sense of final loss, something that cannot come back.

The loss of the ancient artifacts is an irretrievable tragedy for the cultural community.

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Strong Emotion

'Irretrievable' can convey strong emotions, often of regret or sorrow, about the lost item or opportunity.

Her heirloom was irretrievably lost in the fire, leaving her heartbroken.