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far-fetched
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not probable and difficult to believe
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(of a theory or explanation) highly imaginative but unlikely and unconvincing
far-fetched
adj
Example
The idea of aliens building the pyramids is an interesting but far-fetched theory.
The plot of the movie was so far-fetched that it became hard to take seriously.
His explanation for being late sounded far-fetched and unconvincing.
The artist's expansive declarations about revolutionizing the art world seemed far-fetched to his peers.
Her excuse for missing the meeting sounded unbelievable and far-fetched.
