unknown to

phrase

: without being known about by (someone)
Unknown to me, my partner was organizing a surprise party for my birthday.

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These are players that are relatively unknown to all but the most hardcore fans, but will be household names by season's end. Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026 One behind-the-scenes figure played a quiet yet potentially unprecedented role during one of the club's fiercest division races in recent history, though his impact might have been largely unknown to many fans for years. Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 That journey introduced me to a country of extraordinary cultural diversity, powerful traditions, and deeply rooted histories that remain largely unknown to the world. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 17 July 2026 According to the Associated Press, he was removed from prison on July 7, and his whereabouts and legal status remain unknown to his friends and supporters. News Desk, Artforum, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for unknown to

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“Unknown to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unknown%20to. Accessed 1 Aug. 2026.

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