unintentionally

Example Sentences

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Because the big takeaway, ultimately far more significant than any regime change or reshuffling of alliances, is that the president has unintentionally kicked off a global race to renewable energy.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

Prime Minister Keir Starmer admitted unintentionally misleading lawmakers about Peter Mandelson failing security vetting for a U.S. ambassador role.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

But when those same terms are applied to artificial intelligence, they can unintentionally make machines seem more human than they really are.

From Science Daily • Apr. 19, 2026

"When people don't know what you are going through, things can be said or done unintentionally that may trigger you," Elena says.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

I unintentionally slowed down, so shocked I couldn’t make my feet move with proper cadence.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline