unfinished

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The actor stars in Steven Soderbergh’s clever drama as an artist whose children arrange the forgery of his unfinished works to ensure themselves an inheritance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

When Raphael died after a brief illness at age 37, he left unfinished projects, talented students, and a legacy worthy of an artist twice his age.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

His parting message was about unfinished business at the Fed.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

The belief that your brain is still unfinished can make uncertainty feel normal.

From Science Daily • Feb. 19, 2026

When the boys had been safely delivered to the keep, Robin remembered the little harp which lay unfinished in the workshop under the south wall.

From "The Door in the Wall" by Marguerite de Angeli