unforeseen
Example Sentences
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Ken spent £75,000 on his boat and a further £20,000 on unforeseen maintenance.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026
In light of the unforeseen delays, landlord Jason Fujimoto granted Wang’s request for a rent freeze, so she has not paid rent since February.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
US embassies in capitals across the Middle East on Saturday warned their citizens to beware of "unforeseen escalation" in the regional conflict and urged them to be ready to leave.
From Barron's ● Aug. 1, 2026
That’s especially true if she lives modestly and may need the money one day for unforeseen costs like a major home repair or medical bills.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 18, 2026
He had me sit down and very politely informed me that, “due to unforeseen circumstances,” my lawyer had been unable to come.
From "The Stranger" by Albert Camus
Vocabulary lists containing unforeseen
Power Prefix: un-
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Florida's B.E.S.T. Common Prefixes: un-
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