as in unfair
not fair or deserved; not just
The convict received an unjust sentence.
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Recent Examples of unjust
Where could our silence be reinforcing unjust systems?
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Nell Derick Debevoise, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
During the waiting time, more than a few orchids have met an unjust demise, whether through overwatering or underwatering.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2025
Unlike the Roman prelate, though, Bukele is more than happy to keep his hands filthy with an unjust persecution.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2025
In work settings, this can manifest when employees are coerced into unethical practices or are subjected to unjust treatment, leading to feelings of guilt, shame, and betrayal.
—Jason Walker Psyd, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
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Nell Derick Debevoise, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
During the waiting time, more than a few orchids have met an unjust demise, whether through overwatering or underwatering.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2025
Unlike the Roman prelate, though, Bukele is more than happy to keep his hands filthy with an unjust persecution.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2025
In work settings, this can manifest when employees are coerced into unethical practices or are subjected to unjust treatment, leading to feelings of guilt, shame, and betrayal.
—Jason Walker Psyd, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unjust
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The independent agency is in charge of investigating and adjudicating complaints about unfair labor practices and protecting U.S. workers' rights to form unions.—
Jenna McLaughlin,
NPR,
24 Apr. 2025
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In sum, the Fisheries Order seeks to strengthen the U.S. fishing industry and support American fishermen by reducing regulatory burdens, combating unfair foreign trade practices, and enhancing domestic seafood production and exports.—
Alden Abbott,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Add in at least $20 million to the athletics compensation pool via direct payments coming in the wake of the House settlement — the majority of which is ticketed for football at most P4 schools — and getting above $30 million isn’t unreasonable for a program like Ohio State or Texas.—
Sam Khan Jr.,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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Now, at full boil, travelers are increasingly complaining about an unreasonable lack of legroom and other basic comforts.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
1 May 2025
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The plaintiffs had argued that the geographic targeting order was unlawfully issued without undergoing the notice-and-comment procedures prescribed by federal law and that the rule is arbitrary and capricious under federal law.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Apr. 2025
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Most times, these changes are a result of the over-analysis of some arbitrary KPIs meant to gauge the health and growth of the platform.—
Solo Ceesay,
Rolling Stone,
22 Apr. 2025
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Being Wealthy In Mexico–Average Net Worth And The Top 10% Statista data shows that Mexico is one of the most unequal countries in Latin America in terms of wealth distribution.—
Alex Ledsom,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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One of the biggest caveats is the unequal division of household chores, which can leave one person doing most of the work while others contribute little to nothing.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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“Unjust.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unjust. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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