unhelpful
Example Sentences
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“It’s a reversal of California economic policy as it relates to the entertainment industry in an unhelpful and uncompetitive direction,” said Hilary Krane, CAA’s chief legal officer, in an interview.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
Kagan said such remarks were unhelpful and dangerous, "whatever political figure says them."
From Barron's ● Jul. 14, 2026
"Widdecombe speculation unhelpful, police warn" reads the Guardian's headline on the murder.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
Data from the resale market and social-media listening tools shows that shoppers are still obsessed with luxury handbags, but their tastes are evolving in ways that are unhelpful for luxury companies’ profits.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 15, 2026
The tunnels twisted, leading in wide, unhelpful detours.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
