unrefined
adjective
un·re·fined
ˌən-ri-ˈfīnd 
Examples of unrefined in a Sentence
unrefined sugar
an unrefined mountaineer's hut
guilty of such unrefined behavior as eating with their mouths open
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The engine sounds raspy and unrefined, and the power output feels lethargic and underwhelming.
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Black Sesame, Berry, Coconut and Chocolate are the primary flavors along with a line of protein granolas, granola bars, candied nuts, and to-go packs, all sweetened with unrefined sugar, maple syrup and monk fruit.
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This unrefined process tends to make the oil purer and have better flavor.7
The International Olive Council (IOC) is an organization chartered by the United Nations (UN) that creates the standards for olive oil.
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Malik Peay, Essence, 17 Apr. 2025
The engine sounds raspy and unrefined, and the power output feels lethargic and underwhelming.
—Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Black Sesame, Berry, Coconut and Chocolate are the primary flavors along with a line of protein granolas, granola bars, candied nuts, and to-go packs, all sweetened with unrefined sugar, maple syrup and monk fruit.
—Andrew Watman, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
This unrefined process tends to make the oil purer and have better flavor.7
The International Olive Council (IOC) is an organization chartered by the United Nations (UN) that creates the standards for olive oil.
—Patty Weasler, Rn, Bsn, Verywell Health, 26 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for unrefined
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“Unrefined.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unrefined. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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