unapproved
adjective
un·ap·proved
ˌən-ə-ˈprüvd 
: not judged to be acceptable : not given official approval : not approved
drugs unapproved by the FDA
an unapproved credit card transaction
unapproved travel expenses
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The settlement stems from allegations that Epic used misleading tactics to prompt unapproved purchases, especially by children playing without supervision.
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Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 June 2025
In his letter of resignation, former Urban Corps board member Mario Sierra noted that Kennedy tried to threaten him into covering up the unapproved renovations.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2025
This was on the grounds of using an unapproved launch control room and other violations during 2023.
—Sara Webb, Space.com, 22 June 2025
Some companies illegally sell unapproved drugs labeled for research, which could be harmful if used for human consumption.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 23 May 2025
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Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 June 2025
In his letter of resignation, former Urban Corps board member Mario Sierra noted that Kennedy tried to threaten him into covering up the unapproved renovations.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2025
This was on the grounds of using an unapproved launch control room and other violations during 2023.
—Sara Webb, Space.com, 22 June 2025
Some companies illegally sell unapproved drugs labeled for research, which could be harmful if used for human consumption.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 23 May 2025
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“Unapproved.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unapproved. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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