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unrequited

[uhn-ri-kwahy-tid] / ˌʌn rɪˈkwaɪ tɪd /
ADJECTIVE
unanswered
Synonyms


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The blossoming love affair between American fans and global soccer has not gone unrequited.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 5, 2026

The catalog of unrequited hopes and hearts is a long one.

From Los Angeles Times May 27, 2026

If you feel feelings and it’s unrequited, it feels like an attack on you or makes you feel unwanted.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 25, 2025

It's used to heart-wrenching effect on their debut album, singing of the physical ache of unrequited love, over delicately strummed guitars and brushed drums.

From BBC Sep. 10, 2025

Hers sounded a bit more promising whereas mine was unrequited.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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