uncontested

Example Sentences

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Lakers coach JJ Redick was forced to call a timeout after Oso Ighodaro rolled in for an uncontested dunk, putting the Lakers down 96-86 with 7:43 seconds left.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

Since the beginning of the republic, it has been uncontested that in order to invade someone’s home, you need to have a warrant that was considered, and signed off on, by a judicial officer.

From Salon • Jan. 23, 2026

At the conclusion of the 20th century, America’s leadership was uncontested.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 30, 2025

For City's first goal, Fernandes and Manuel Ugarte were back in defensive positions, but the hosts were able to pick up the loose ball in the penalty area uncontested.

From BBC • Sep. 15, 2025

She had been an expert, an uncontested power; now she had to ask her ten-year-old daughter whether she’d eaten lunch.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover