Here are examples of the word/phrase "futile" used in a sentence and paraphrased in a sentence...
Attempting to circumvent my ultimate defense is a futile endeavor.
Attempting to circumvent my ultimate defense is a pointless endeavor.
Going against them without reinforcements would be futile.
Going against them without reinforcements would be purportless.
All of my training and collection of intel was futile in the end.
All of my training and collection of intel was unavailing in the end.
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