virtually impassable

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Means 'in effect' or 'for all practical purposes' impassable, even if not technically impossible.

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  • The road was virtually impassable after the heavy snowfall.
  • Due to the landslide, the mountain trail became virtually impassable.
  • Without proper equipment, that section of the jungle is virtually impassable.
  • The ancient ruins were protected by terrain that was virtually impassable.
  • Weeks of rain had rendered the unpaved track virtually impassable for vehicles.
  • The narrow canyon, filled with debris, was virtually impassable.
  • Explorers often face environments that are virtually impassable.
  • After the earthquake, many bridges and roads were virtually impassable.
  • The deep snow made the winding path virtually impassable on foot.
  • The dense fog made the sea route virtually impassable for ships.