unavailability

Definition of unavailabilitynext

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Recent Examples of unavailability Whether due to injury, unavailability to pitch or general disinterest, some players will be replaced. The Athletic Mlb Staff, New York Times, 7 July 2026 Sponsor is not responsible if winner is unable to use the hotel stay or any other Prize element due to unavailability, blackout dates, expiration, failure to satisfy applicable redemption requirements, or other restrictions imposed by the applicable provider. AJC.com, 18 June 2026 Just be careful not to confuse emotional unavailability with mystery. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026 Culturally, the word is synonymous with ugly, not just for the ways lesbians defy traditional gender roles in the popular imagination but for their disinclination toward and unavailability to men. Literary Hub, 7 May 2026 Along with Sturm returning to the lineup in place of Bobby Brink on Thursday, the unavailability of veteran defenseman Jonas Brodin meant that Jeff Petry was set to make his playoff debut for the Wild. Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 30 Apr. 2026 Emotional unavailability can also show up in more subtle ways. Angela Haupt, Time, 8 Apr. 2026 Campbell, 22, apologized Tuesday, attributing his unavailability to emotions after the loss. Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 10 Feb. 2026 Now, emotional unavailability can be a real problem in a relationship, but love bombing is technically defined as a form of emotional abuse. Big Think, 27 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unavailability
inaccessibility
Noun
  • Brands chosen are based on innovation, a premium feel without inaccessibility, and a reflection of the future of the wellness industry.
    Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 15 June 2026
  • There’s a tidal change happening in youth culture that is tied to inaccessibility, a response to the devaluing of making art, that’s exciting to see.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026

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“Unavailability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unavailability. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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