nonstarter
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non·start·er
(nŏn-stär′tər)n.
1. One that does not start: The rookie catcher is expected to be a nonstarter for most games.
2. An idea, proposal, or person with no chance of being accepted or successful.
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nonstarter
(ˌnɒnˈstɑːtə)n
1. (Horse Racing) a horse that fails to run in a race for which it has been entered
2. a person or thing that is useless, has little chance of success, etc
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non•start•er
(nɒnˈstɑr tər)n.
an issue, plan, etc., that does not get or deserve to get under way.
[1905–10]
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| Noun | 1. |  nonstarter - a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistentlyunfortunate, unfortunate person - a person who suffers misfortune flash in the pan - someone who enjoys transient success but then fails underdog - one at a disadvantage and expected to lose |
| 2. | nonstarter - a horse that fails to run in a race for which it has been entered |
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