unexpectedly

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A recent research note published by Citadel Securities macro strategist Frank Flight described “multiple reports of unexpectedly large token bills.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

After the reward pathway was switched, the mice unexpectedly failed to receive the reward they anticipated.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

The smell, Aditya says, lingered long after he left - and still returns unexpectedly.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Once stuck in the single-digits in public opinion polls with a handful of other Democratic candidates, Becerra rose quickly and unexpectedly following the political demise of former Rep. Eric Swalwell.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

In revenge, Peter and I stuck two hard brushes in his bed, but had to take them out again when Dussel unexpectedly decided to go sit in his room.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank