un·aware
ˌən-ə-ˈwer 
: not aware : ignorant
unaware of the problem
unawarely
adverb
unawareness
noun
Examples of unaware in a Sentence
Adjective
she was unaware of the change in travel plans
Adverb
the predawn attack took the airmen completely unaware
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Audrey Schmidt, People.com, 3 Aug. 2025
While there could be other elements behind the scenes that many are unaware of, there’s also the possibility that the UFC is simply clearing spots for a new crop of heavyweights.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
For those unaware of the rule, the setup has completely changed from traditional kickoffs.
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Hearts have melted at a tiny puppy getting used to her new home—and being completely unaware the house has a second floor.
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Adjective
The residents, who must adhere to strict rules to keep them safe, are unaware of the silo’s origin, and for those who seek answers, fatal consequences follow.
—Audrey Schmidt, People.com, 3 Aug. 2025
While there could be other elements behind the scenes that many are unaware of, there’s also the possibility that the UFC is simply clearing spots for a new crop of heavyweights.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
For those unaware of the rule, the setup has completely changed from traditional kickoffs.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2025
Hearts have melted at a tiny puppy getting used to her new home—and being completely unaware the house has a second floor.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 July 2025
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“Unaware.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unaware. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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un·aware
ˌən-ə-ˈwa(ə)r
-ˈwe(ə)r
: unawares
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