unwelcome
adjective
un·wel·come
ˌən-ˈwel-kəm 
: not wanted or welcome
unwelcome news
an unwelcome guest
Examples of unwelcome in a Sentence
the unwelcome news ruined what had been a fine day
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Durant also carries the hammer of a contract that expires after next season, potentially leaving an unwelcome destination after a single season.
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 20 June 2025
Therefore, until Russia ends its war and China demonstrates tangible human rights reform, their participation in the G7 should remain not only unwelcome—but unthinkable.
—Andy J. Semotiuk, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
Now the unwelcome outsiders are found in several states across the nation.
—Don Sweeney, Miami Herald, 10 June 2025
Feeling unwelcome, the poster decided to leave and noticed his son’s mood improve almost immediately.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 9 June 2025
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 20 June 2025
Therefore, until Russia ends its war and China demonstrates tangible human rights reform, their participation in the G7 should remain not only unwelcome—but unthinkable.
—Andy J. Semotiuk, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
Now the unwelcome outsiders are found in several states across the nation.
—Don Sweeney, Miami Herald, 10 June 2025
Feeling unwelcome, the poster decided to leave and noticed his son’s mood improve almost immediately.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 9 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for unwelcome
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“Unwelcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unwelcome. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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