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unduly
adverb
un·du·ly
ˌən-ˈdü-lē
-ˈdyü-
: in an undue manner : excessively
an unduly harsh punishment
unduly sensitive
Synonyms
Examples of unduly in a Sentence
taxes that unduly burden homeowners
The punishment was unduly harsh.
Recent Examples on the Web
The statement also disputed that the interrogation was unduly harsh.
—Jessica Garrison, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2024
Readers should not unduly rely on these forward- looking statements, which are not a guarantee of future performance.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 May 2024
First, the 2016 Presidential and Congressional elections were fair, however, in some precincts in the United States, election poll workers were unjustly treated or unduly criticized.
—Baltimore Sun Media, Baltimore Sun, 11 Apr. 2024
Advocates for a policy change, including Mr. Biden, have said marijuana scheduling has unduly affected minority populations and have resulted in harsh prison sentences for mere possession.
—Robert Legare, CBS News, 16 May 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of unduly was
in the 14th century
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Cite this Entry
“Unduly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unduly. Accessed 18 Jun. 2024.
Kids Definition
unduly
adverb
un·du·ly
ˌən-ˈd(y)ü-lē
ˈən-
: in an undue manner
Legal Definition
unduly
adverb
un·du·ly
ˌən-ˈdü-lē, -ˈdyü-
: in an undue manner : to an excessive degree
unduly influenced the testator
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