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Thompson’s Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit was one of seven dance institutions to receive large, unasked-for funds in the most recent round of donations by Scott and her husband, Dan Jewett.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 30, 2021

She’s trying to take advantage of her unasked-for free time.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 26, 2020

It’s just that all the discomfort, stress, and anxiety are falling on the two of you, while John remains free to deliver his daily dose of unasked-for romantic attention.

From Slate • Aug. 13, 2018

He grabs Polly, spins her and stuns her with an unasked-for smooch.

From Washington Post • Jan. 4, 2018

He w'as a mine of irrelevant information and unasked-for good advice.

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley




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