as in inexperienced
easy to influence The teacher was accused of forcing his political beliefs on impressionable teenagers. The book had a profound effect on his impressionable young mind.
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Recent Examples of impressionable Plans could blur as the impressionable Moon merges with nebulous Neptune in your 11th House of Friendship and Community, bringing welcome compassion but also frustratingly hazy expectations. —
Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 19 Feb. 2026 Spencer stars as the object of affection for Sid, an impressionable teenager played by newcomer Ani Palmer. —Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026 Particularly impressionable to her at the time were Dirty Dancing (spurring her to take ballroom dancing lessons) and Prince’s Purple Rain — both projected on a simple white sheet in a makeshift viewing room. —Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 25 Jan. 2026 Judd’s performance as the impressionable and resilient Ruby is a standout. —Duane Byrge, HollywoodReporter, 13 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for impressionable
Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 19 Feb. 2026 Spencer stars as the object of affection for Sid, an impressionable teenager played by newcomer Ani Palmer. —Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026 Particularly impressionable to her at the time were Dirty Dancing (spurring her to take ballroom dancing lessons) and Prince’s Purple Rain — both projected on a simple white sheet in a makeshift viewing room. —Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 25 Jan. 2026 Judd’s performance as the impressionable and resilient Ruby is a standout. —Duane Byrge, HollywoodReporter, 13 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for impressionable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for impressionable
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Rolder, an inexperienced but effective linebacker, could be an immediate impact player on special teams.— Mike Kaye April 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
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Regulation remains uneven, education is inconsistent, and the line between a manageable high and a harmful one isn’t always clear, especially for younger or inexperienced users.— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 20 Apr. 2026
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The series’ earnestly naïve sound design (horses neighing, cars revving) only enhanced my appreciation of Joudrey’s sophisticated storytelling.— Sheldon Pearce, New Yorker, 24 Apr. 2026
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But anyone who thinks that’s what CTU’s deal is about is hopelessly naive.— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
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Murray emphasized that all defendants are considered innocent unless and until proven guilty, and declined to discuss the specifics of the case against Rice.— Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 23 Apr. 2026
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There is significant risk that, given the limited evidence specific to individuals, mass trials risk convicting innocent people.— Will Barker, TheWeek, 23 Apr. 2026
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The sterling silver and gold vermeil versions use cubic zirconia, while the 14-karat gold one is made with genuine diamonds.— Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
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The handles are weighted and ergonomic without being bulky, and the heads are thin enough to actually get under food—like a delicate omelet—which is a genuine problem with thicker silicone spatulas.— Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
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Her motives were really very sincere.— Emily Longeretta, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
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But here, in this context, nothing could sound more sincere.— David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 22 Apr. 2026
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