increasingly irrational

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Describes a growing or escalating level of irrationality over time.

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Examples (10)

  • The leader's decisions became increasingly irrational as pressure mounted.
  • Her behavior grew increasingly irrational after weeks of sleep deprivation.
  • The public's fear became increasingly irrational as misinformation spread.
  • He found himself acting in increasingly irrational ways when under severe stress.
  • The debate devolved into an increasingly irrational shouting match.
  • The old man's arguments were becoming increasingly irrational and difficult to follow.
  • Despite the evidence, her beliefs remained increasingly irrational.
  • Many felt the market's reaction was increasingly irrational, given the economic data.
  • She worried about her friend's increasingly irrational thoughts.
  • His demands became increasingly irrational, making negotiation impossible.