unknowing

Example Sentences

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An unknowing visitor to the U.S. in 2026 might be forgiven for wondering why more Americans aren’t hobbling around in leg casts and wearing neck braces.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

If they take her case, the justices will decide whether the fraudulent acts of a third-party tax preparer should expose unknowing clients to audits that could reach years into the past.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 2026

"It was stressful as it relates to the unknowing" of what was going to happen, Hardwick said of the shutdown, adding that people were "annoyed and frustrated" by the impasse.

From Barron's • Nov. 14, 2025

Sir Keir has stood by his culture secretary, telling her in reply that she had "acted in good faith", and he "noted the commissioner's findings that the error was unknowing".

From BBC • Nov. 7, 2025

Through sheer will Edward dragged his attention back to his unknowing son.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood