unheard

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While reaching 7 in late May isn't unheard of, it is rare and means that the time taken to get sunburn is significantly reduced.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

She will be the latest member of his family to transition into the contemporary world—last year, Salim allowed his eldest son to join Tanzania’s military, a move once unheard of in Hadzabe culture.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

Of course, its not unheard of for smaller companies to take over larger ones.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

The vice president is always seen as the president’s natural successor, and it’s certainly not unheard of for a secretary of state to throw their hat into the ring.

From Salon • May 3, 2026

Such things were not unheard of in those dark times, and the people were afraid.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss