deniability

Definitions

1. The condition of being deniable.
   uncountable
2. The extent to which something is deniable.
   countable

Equivalents

Examples

“No longer is plausible deniability acceptable, either for boards or for management. Corporate and nonprofit boards alike are expected to know⟳ of problems that are brewing deep within their organizations.”

“These infamous little green men appeared during the decisive seizures or buildings and facilities, only to disappear⟳ when associated militias and local troops arrived to consolidate the gains. In this way they provided a measure⟳ of deniability—however superficial or implausible—for Moscow.⁴⁰”

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