unto
preposition
un·to
ˈən-(ˌ)tü 
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: to
2
—used as a function word to indicate reference or concern
… they became a world unto themselves.—
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Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 1 June 2026
Like rosé and orange wine, blouge is a category unto itself.
—Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 May 2026
Modern parallels are just a bonus, however; the story is complete unto itself.
—Stephanie Bunbury, Deadline, 14 May 2026
Woe unto those who fail to entertain, animate or amuse.
—Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for unto
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“Unto.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unto. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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unto
preposition
un·to
ˌən-tə
ˈən-tü
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