Definition of uncoordinatednext
as in clumsy
having or showing an inability to move in a graceful manner my swimming instructor had never seen anyone so uncoordinated—in or out of the water

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Recent Examples of uncoordinated Much of this is vibrational motion, which is random and uncoordinated. Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 10 June 2026 European powers responded with waves of uncoordinated border closures and trade restrictions that caused enormous economic damage without reliably stopping transmission. Katrine L. Wallace, The Conversation, 29 May 2026 These incidents are part of a growing pattern of uncoordinated gatherings that have increased in size and frequency over the past several years. Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026 Beyond communication, the county has been too slow and uncoordinated in helping communities rebuild. Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 4 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for uncoordinated
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Adjective
  • This not only flipped the pages but also translated the Japanese onomatopoeic sounds into somewhat clumsy English equivalents.
    Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • The other, in quite clumsy English, requested a very careful renovation of Ingmar Bergman’s house on the island of Fårö, in Sweden.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 July 2026
Adjective
  • Created by Ben Kronengold and Rebecca Shaw, the series has earned comparisons to Friends and Girls thanks to its awkward humor, relatable characters, and chaotic friendships.
    Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
  • If Tottenham don’t sign someone before that first game, De Zerbi might have to use an awkward front three of the Frenchman, Richarlison and Dominic Solanke.
    Luke Bosher, New York Times, 31 July 2026
Adjective
  • For a person who already feels unsteady, that familiar routine can become stressful.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 July 2026
  • Joshua was knocked down twice in the first round and looked unsteady on his feet after the first knockdown some 30 seconds into the fight.
    Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 25 July 2026

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“Uncoordinated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncoordinated. Accessed 3 Aug. 2026.

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