unattended

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But McDermott said modern technology is “a strategic weapon” because he can spend 20 minutes handling important emails that would have stressed him out all weekend if left unattended.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

That afternoon, ravens flew into the unattended nest and ate the eggs.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 2026

Don’t leave the pot unattended as the milk can over boil.

From Salon • Jan. 10, 2026

It is not unusual for unattended packages to lead to road closures around Parliament, a heavily congested - and heavily policed - part of London.

From BBC • Dec. 18, 2025

Sometimes they alighted on unattended boats and scavenged desperately for deck scraps.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson