Sentence examples for but unattainable from inspiring English sources

"It seemed terribly groovy but unattainable," said Ms. Warr, 48, an artist.

In Vietnam the goal was clear but unattainable by any means not grossly disproportionate to the American stake.

His flamboyant attitude and quick tongue lead to difficulties with both boys (not wanted) and girls (wanted but unattainable).

He would also secure some tax and policy changes long sought by both parties but unattainable in the context of smaller budget deals.

Dell is advancing toward a goal many thought was all but unattainable since the financial crisis: a leveraged buyout worth more than $20 billion.

But unless somone pays attention to us, they're likely to be tossed into the "attractive but unattainable" basket, snuggling up beside George Clooney.

On the other hand, when it comes to actual messaging, women shift their expectations only just slightly ahead of the curve, which is a healthier pattern than guys' pursuing the all-but-unattainable.

"Set yourself goals that are stretching but not unattainable, challenging but realistic," he said.

But the unattainable beauty proves irresistible, luring dozens of admirers to their deaths.

Or perhaps next season a luxurious black hooded jumper printed with roses will be theirs for a steep, but not unattainable, £300.

Diggs, a painter entrapped by aesthetic sensibility, is also searching for a woman, "the image of a beauty who beckoned but was unattainable".