unknown
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According to a report by the government news agency Andina, external, neighbours said unknown individuals had set fire to motorcycles parked outside, with the flames spreading rapidly through flammable mattress-making materials.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
But between 65 and 75, it’s going to be a big unknown.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 22, 2026
At this time there is no information available on any suspects, and it is unknown if she was the intended target of the shooting.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2026
That analysis revealed several previously unknown Helicobacter genotypes.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 21, 2026
It smelled of mold, was redolent of antique paper and bindings, and was permeated with a perennial gray cloud of an unknown origin.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
But here are a couple of unknowns to watch.
From Slate ● Jul. 11, 2026
Tournament success requires adaptability to deal with unknowns.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
“There were so many unknowns when we started,” Hart said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 20, 2026
But the known unknowns are enough to keep the election interesting.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 3, 2026
And one of the biggest unknowns was my own performance under questioning.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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