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unanticipated







ADJECTIVE
unannounced
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Those unanticipated costs can quietly erode retirement savings if retirees aren’t prepared.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

Many last longer than expected, as their strategies and goals evolve in response to the enemy’s unanticipated capabilities and resilience.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

Similarly, with Glasner, while his announcement on Friday was unexpected, the fact he has decided to leave Selhurst Park is far from unanticipated.

From BBC • Jan. 16, 2026

"This level of specificity with minimal unanticipated genomic side effects offers real hope for the cancer patients who could one day receive this treatment."

From Science Daily • Nov. 17, 2025

Gregor, behind his door, nodded eagerly, rejoicing over this unanticipated foresight and frugality.

From "The Metamorphosis" by Franz Kafka




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