unsure
adjective
un·sure
ˌən-ˈshu̇r 
-ˈshər,
especially Southern -ˈshȯr
: not marked by or given to feelings of confident certainty : not sure
was unsure of what to do
Phrases
unsure of oneself
: lacking confidence in one's abilities
… he's a little unsure of himself when it comes to the music world …—
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Seth MnookinExamples of unsure in a Sentence
unsure of her ability to handle the pressure of competing in the Olympic Games
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Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 23 May 2025
The letter said that educators who were unsure of their responsibility were not given guidance or support about what to do.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 23 May 2025
Researchers are still unsure of the exact cause of a water allergy.
—Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 23 May 2025
Lacking inspiration for your next fashion purchase or unsure which clothes might suit you best?
—David Prosser, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
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“Unsure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unsure. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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