unforeseen
adjective
un·fore·seen
ˌən-fȯr-ˈsēn 
: not anticipated or expected : not foreseen : unexpected
an unforeseen delay
unforeseen consequences
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Examples of unforeseen in a Sentence
there are almost always unforeseen consequences for any major endeavor
unforeseen problems delayed the project beyond its deadline
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There was one small, unforeseen catch to the Napiers' seemingly idyllic arrangement — Kindergarten.
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Becky Randel, Peoplemag, 4 June 2024
Buying travel insurance is the best way to protect yourself from any transport cancellations and unforeseen circumstances, and will cover any costs from injuries or thefts.
—Olivia Morelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 May 2024
And Daco advocates for allowing some wiggle room around the 2% target so the Fed has more flexibility to respond to unforeseen economic developments.
—Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 20 May 2024
The unforeseen escalatory cycle is evidence of a policy not working as intended.
—Brett McGurk, Foreign Affairs, 22 Jan. 2020
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Becky Randel, Peoplemag, 4 June 2024
Buying travel insurance is the best way to protect yourself from any transport cancellations and unforeseen circumstances, and will cover any costs from injuries or thefts.
—Olivia Morelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 May 2024
And Daco advocates for allowing some wiggle room around the 2% target so the Fed has more flexibility to respond to unforeseen economic developments.
—Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 20 May 2024
The unforeseen escalatory cycle is evidence of a policy not working as intended.
—Brett McGurk, Foreign Affairs, 22 Jan. 2020
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“Unforeseen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unforeseen. Accessed 16 Jun. 2024.
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