unintentionally
Example Sentences
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His war with Iran unintentionally set off a scramble for renewable energy sources, which promise to be cheaper in the long run and available on a faster timescale than many initially anticipated.
From Salon ● Aug. 28, 2026
Jumpei Sakai, who imports it, unintentionally spoke in haiku when asked about Wagyu: “It has a tender / texture, so you don’t really / need to chew the meat.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 22, 2026
BH: It was very unintentionally giving “mermaid leaves water.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
Speaking to Reuters, Kusinas added he unintentionally interfered with Muluh's and other athletes' attempts because he was tired after his duties at the event.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
His mother was that sort of woman who rarely speaks and usually says something unintentionally very sad when she does.
From "Where Things Come Back" by John Corey Whaley
