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unless

[uhn-les, uhn-] / ʌnˈlɛs, ən- /


CONJUNCTION
upon any less condition than
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First, my body will be returned to that spot from anywhere in the world, unless it cannot be found or recognized.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Ghalibaf said Sunday there would be no deal unless Iran’s rights were secured.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

The top two candidates in Tuesday’s jungle primary will advance to a November runoff, unless one candidate manages to garner over 50% of the vote.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Ghalibaf said Sunday that there would be no deal unless Iran’s rights were secured.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

“Kids like us shouldn’t go into stores with our hands in our pockets. Some people might think we’re stealing. Also, don’t pick anything up unless you’re gonna buy it.”

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas



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