unpleasant

Example Sentences

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Forgiveness is posthumously granted through cinema, shaving away anything unpleasant that is no longer necessary to dwell on.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

As unpleasant as it sounds to have someone spend millions attacking your character and candidacy, it seems to be pretty good politics to get crosswise with A.I.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

The transition may be unpleasant for some, but the U.S. would be wise to embrace the technology and stay ahead of global rivals.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Her father, for his part, recalled how it felt to come down with hantavirus, causing body aches and a bitter taste that even made sipping water unpleasant.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

There were only two choices, and both were equally unpleasant.

From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife