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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

nonstarter

/nɒnˈstɑːtər/ noun · British & US
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What does nonstarter mean?

noun

A person or thing that is not successful or effective; a proposal or plan that is unlikely to succeed. A person who is not a starter, especially in a competition or game.

Example

"The new business venture turned out to be a nonstarter, unable to attract investors."

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