unheard

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Auctioneer Ben Rogers Jones said, while it was unusual for paintings to be found discarded, it wasn't unheard of.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

She will be the latest member of his family to transition into the contemporary world—last year, Salim allowed his eldest son to join Tanzania’s military, a move once unheard of in Hadzabe culture.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

Of course, its not unheard of for smaller companies to take over larger ones.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

The vice president is always seen as the president’s natural successor, and it’s certainly not unheard of for a secretary of state to throw their hat into the ring.

From Salon • May 3, 2026

Moreover, her nature and experience wouldn’t allow her voice to go unheard, especially at tables dominated by men, where she often found herself.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama