seem unable

Frequency: 8.018.4 per million words

Similar to 'appear unable', used to describe an observation of inability.

unableVERBS + unable

Categories:

seem

Examples (10)

  • He seemed unable to move from his seat.
  • The child seemed unable to express her feelings.
  • They seem unable to agree on anything.
  • Despite all efforts, the project seemed unable to get off the ground.
  • I seem unable to concentrate on my work today.
  • She seemed unable to recall what happened that night.
  • The old machine seemed unable to cope with the increased load.
  • He seems unable to understand the gravity of the situation.
  • Many people seem unable to disconnect from their phones.
  • The company seemed unable to adapt to the changing market.