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
All seemed just dandy until both eagles left their nest unattended, and ravens swooped in.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026
"BMW AG recommends that after starting the engine –- especially after remote engine start –- the vehicle should not be left unattended with the engine running," the carmaker said in a statement.
From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026
Don’t leave the pot unattended as the milk can over boil.
From Salon • Jan. 10, 2026
He was happy to find a tray of fresh croissants that had been left unattended near a delivery door.
From "The Invention of Hugo Cabret" by Brian Selznick
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.