unprepared
adjective
un·pre·pared
ˌən-pri-ˈperd 
: not prepared
was unprepared for class
… they were woefully unprepared to take on the responsibilities expected of them.—
Richard M. Ketchum
Richard M. KetchumExamples of unprepared in a Sentence
an obviously unprepared acceptance speech by the surprise winner
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But retail industry and health policy experts said state SNAP programs, already under pressure from steep budget cuts, are unprepared for the complex changes, with no complete lists of the foods affected and technical point-of-sale challenges that vary by state and store.
—Jonel Aleccia, Fortune, 31 Dec. 2025
But retail industry and health policy experts said state SNAP programs, already under pressure from steep budget cuts, are unprepared for the complex changes, with no complete lists of the foods affected and technical point-of-sale challenges that vary by state and store.
—Jonel Aleccia, Twin Cities, 30 Dec. 2025
Won’t such a system destabilize the bike if the rider is unprepared for any sudden steering efforts?
—New Atlas, 30 Dec. 2025
Don’t forget to include a dress code, parking details, and key details about the venue so guests aren’t left with questions or arrive unprepared.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2025
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Jonel Aleccia, Fortune, 31 Dec. 2025
But retail industry and health policy experts said state SNAP programs, already under pressure from steep budget cuts, are unprepared for the complex changes, with no complete lists of the foods affected and technical point-of-sale challenges that vary by state and store.
—Jonel Aleccia, Twin Cities, 30 Dec. 2025
Won’t such a system destabilize the bike if the rider is unprepared for any sudden steering efforts?
—New Atlas, 30 Dec. 2025
Don’t forget to include a dress code, parking details, and key details about the venue so guests aren’t left with questions or arrive unprepared.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for unprepared
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“Unprepared.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unprepared. Accessed 3 Jan. 2026.
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