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unintentionally

[uhn-in-ten-shuh-nl-ee] / ˌʌn ɪnˈtɛn ʃə nl i /


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Be careful not to unintentionally commingle this property.

From MarketWatch Jul. 22, 2026

The two-time US Open champion was penalised for unintentionally improving his lie, tournament organisers the R&A said in a statement, before his second shot at the fifth hole.

From Barron's Jul. 17, 2026

If life exists on another world but remains undetected, policymakers could approve mining or other activities that unintentionally destroy it.

From Science Daily Jun. 30, 2026

These meanings haven’t been conveyed to the consumer, who, in their confusion, may unintentionally contribute to food waste by disposing of food they believe is spoiled.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 26, 2026

Every now and then, quite unintentionally, someone taught you something about yourself.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan




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