unwelcome
adjective
un·wel·come
ˌən-ˈwel-kəm 
: not wanted or welcome
unwelcome news
an unwelcome guest
Examples of unwelcome in a Sentence
the unwelcome news ruined what had been a fine day
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Meanwhile, OpenAI is making a push to enact regulations at the state level — and, according to people with knowledge of the matter, the White House has given the company a green light to pursue that strategy, despite an earlier executive order threatening states that pass unwelcome AI regulation.
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Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 22 May 2026
This deeply effective combo breaks down sebum and gently removes dead skin cells that can clog your pores, causing unwelcome blackheads and overall texture.
—Sarah Felbin, Allure, 20 May 2026
In order to counter this unwelcome side effect — freedom of thought — the regime cranked up its repressive tactics to an absurd degree.
—Abraham Jiménez Enoa, The Dial, 19 May 2026
Snakes are unwelcome because some can bite, and their presence can feel unsafe near homes.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 18 May 2026
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Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 22 May 2026
This deeply effective combo breaks down sebum and gently removes dead skin cells that can clog your pores, causing unwelcome blackheads and overall texture.
—Sarah Felbin, Allure, 20 May 2026
In order to counter this unwelcome side effect — freedom of thought — the regime cranked up its repressive tactics to an absurd degree.
—Abraham Jiménez Enoa, The Dial, 19 May 2026
Snakes are unwelcome because some can bite, and their presence can feel unsafe near homes.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 18 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for unwelcome
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“Unwelcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unwelcome. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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