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unintentionally

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


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US media have reported that American military investigators believe its own forces were likely responsible for hitting the school unintentionally.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

The findings revealed how a liver that cannot properly handle metabolic waste can unintentionally create conditions that support cancer development.

From Science Daily • Mar. 6, 2026

Stephen Colletti innocently slicing turkey and unintentionally sparking one of the most wild crashouts in “Traitors” history.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

Little did he know, Rojas had unintentionally launched himself to stardom.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

“I apologize if I unintentionally raised your expectations, but I’ve resolved never to marry.”

From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine