unforeseen
adjective
un·fore·seen
ˌən-fȯr-ˈsēn 
: not anticipated or expected : not foreseen : unexpected
an unforeseen delay
unforeseen consequences
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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Grace Hase, Mercury News, 29 Oct. 2025
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Grace Hase, Mercury News, 29 Oct. 2025
Open next summer Weiss said the hope is to reopen for the summer 2026 season with no interruption, barring any unforeseen construction delays or discovery of deeper issues with the pool deck.
—Elliot Mann, Twin Cities, 28 Oct. 2025
TitanHEALTH also ensures student wellbeing through partnerships such as Basic Needs Services and the ASI food pantry, which help students experiencing unforeseen hardships resulting in housing, food and financial insecurities.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 22 Oct. 2025
Enthusiasm kicks off the journey until communication struggles and unforeseen delays take over.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 18 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for unforeseen
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“Unforeseen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unforeseen. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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