unto
preposition
un·to
ˈən-(ˌ)tü 
1
: to
2
—used as a function word to indicate reference or concern
they became a world unto themselves—
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That’s partially because of all the moving parts involved—managing the cleanliness of four or more appliances at once is a feat unto itself—but also because no one really tells you how to do it.
—Audrey Bruno, SELF, 10 Sep. 2025
Influencers are an economy unto themselves.
—Chris Schembra, Rolling Stone, 8 Sep. 2025
On Thursday, reflective and humble, McDaniels insisted living and learning has been a lesson unto itself over his career.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
Her red carpet appearances have become events unto themselves, having created a level of expectation among fans eager to see her one-of-a-kind creative expression.
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Audrey Bruno, SELF, 10 Sep. 2025
Influencers are an economy unto themselves.
—Chris Schembra, Rolling Stone, 8 Sep. 2025
On Thursday, reflective and humble, McDaniels insisted living and learning has been a lesson unto itself over his career.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
Her red carpet appearances have become events unto themselves, having created a level of expectation among fans eager to see her one-of-a-kind creative expression.
—EW.com, 31 Aug. 2025
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“Unto.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unto. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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unto
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un·to
ˌən-tə
ˈən-tü
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