unexpired

adjective

un·​ex·​pired ˌən-ik-ˈspī(-ə)rd How to pronounce unexpired (audio)
: not yet run out : still valid or in effect : not terminated or expired
an unexpired lease/patent
unexpired medicine [=medicine that has not yet reached its expiration date]

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Lang says paint, chemicals, cleaning supplies, and the like should only be purchased if the products are unopened, unexpired, and have clear instructions for use. Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026 Trustee Kevin Healy has filled the rest of an unexpired term and is not seeking election this year. Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026 Warsh takes the place of Stephen Miran on the Fed board, who was appointed to governor in September 2025 to fill the few months left on the unexpired term of Adriana Kugler, who resigned unexpectedly in August. Jeff Cox, CNBC, 13 May 2026 The recall affects unexpired bottles with lot numbers 230361, 240822, 241198, 250066, 250152, 250646 and 250831. Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 3 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for unexpired

Word History

First Known Use

1570, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unexpired was in 1570

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“Unexpired.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unexpired. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.

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