unforeseen
adjective
un·fore·seen
ˌən-fȯr-ˈsēn 
: not anticipated or expected : not foreseen : unexpected
an unforeseen delay
unforeseen consequences
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The bill says an employee has no right to ignore an off-hours communication from an employer concerning an unforeseen emergency.
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Dan Eaton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Apr. 2024
Federal officials have discovered damage inside Glen Canyon Dam that could force limits on how much Colorado River water is released at low reservoir levels, raising risks the Southwest could face shortages that were previously unforeseen.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2024
At the same time, the advancing tech is likely to create challenges, many of which may be unforeseen.
—Frank Witsil, Detroit Free Press, 10 Apr. 2024
The unforeseen costs are not a deal-breaker for St. Augustine Preparatory Academy, known as Aug Prep, which is heavily funded by the Ramirez Family Foundation.
—Rory Linnane, Journal Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2024
And meddling with those forces can have unforeseen consequences.
—Todd Gilchrist, Variety, 8 Apr. 2024
But unbeknownst to the royal bride and the millions watching the fairy tale unfold on television, Elizabeth and David Emanuel crafted a backup bridal gown for any unforeseen circumstances.
—Simon Perry, Peoplemag, 4 Apr. 2024
Early planning allows for a structured study plan and accommodates unforeseen events, ensuring flexibility and focus.
—Bryce Welker, Miami Herald, 21 Feb. 2024
Some unforeseen events, like the war between Russia and Ukraine or the Oct. 7 surprise attack on Israel create temporary market volatility, based on material changes or even emotions, Redler explained.
—Lawrence Richard, Fox News, 28 Mar. 2024
Dan Eaton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Apr. 2024
Federal officials have discovered damage inside Glen Canyon Dam that could force limits on how much Colorado River water is released at low reservoir levels, raising risks the Southwest could face shortages that were previously unforeseen.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2024
At the same time, the advancing tech is likely to create challenges, many of which may be unforeseen.
—Frank Witsil, Detroit Free Press, 10 Apr. 2024
The unforeseen costs are not a deal-breaker for St. Augustine Preparatory Academy, known as Aug Prep, which is heavily funded by the Ramirez Family Foundation.
—Rory Linnane, Journal Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2024
And meddling with those forces can have unforeseen consequences.
—Todd Gilchrist, Variety, 8 Apr. 2024
But unbeknownst to the royal bride and the millions watching the fairy tale unfold on television, Elizabeth and David Emanuel crafted a backup bridal gown for any unforeseen circumstances.
—Simon Perry, Peoplemag, 4 Apr. 2024
Early planning allows for a structured study plan and accommodates unforeseen events, ensuring flexibility and focus.
—Bryce Welker, Miami Herald, 21 Feb. 2024
Some unforeseen events, like the war between Russia and Ukraine or the Oct. 7 surprise attack on Israel create temporary market volatility, based on material changes or even emotions, Redler explained.
—Lawrence Richard, Fox News, 28 Mar. 2024
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“Unforeseen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unforeseen. Accessed 27 Apr. 2024.
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