unrestored

adjective

un·​re·​stored ˌən-ri-ˈstȯrd How to pronounce unrestored (audio)
: not brought back into a former or original state : not restored
unrestored homes

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While the program has expired for all countries, Bangladesh’s benefits remain unrestored. Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 16 Sep. 2025 The example coming to auction remains unrestored and will require recommissioning or full restoration. Josh Max, Forbes.com, 5 Sep. 2025 Some sections are more remote and draw less crowds—the largely unrestored Jiankou is one such chunk, so book with an experienced group such as Beijing Hikers. Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 25 July 2025 At Lawrence, the new design showcases terrific views of the (sadly unrestored) Uptown Theatre and the upper reaches of the historic Aragon Ballroom, just a few feet from the train line. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 22 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for unrestored

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unrestored was in the 14th century

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“Unrestored.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unrestored. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.

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