uncollectible
Americanadjective
noun
Etymology
Origin of uncollectible
Example Sentences
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Paul was then surprised by Scaramucci, who told him about his plan for "collecting the uncollectible".
From BBC
These citations are apparently currently uncollectible because of a lack of enforceable reciprocity agreements for automated tickets among D.C.,
From Washington Post
The data shows people who exhibit that type of behavior are much more likely to eventually have their debts written off as uncollectible, Shellenberger said.
From Washington Post
Hospitals and other health care organizations often write off bills deemed uncollectible, but they also sell the debt to collection agencies at a huge discount, often about 1 cent on the dollar.
From Seattle Times
You still owe the money, but at some point your old debt becomes uncollectible through the courts.
From Washington Post
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