unerring

adjective

ˌən-ˈer-iŋ How to pronounce unerring (audio)
Definition of unerringnext
as in unfailing
not being or likely to be wrong an unerring taste in interior decoration

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Recent Examples of unerring The presence of another Golden Boot contender, the unerring Erling Haaland, means Norway is favored to progress against the Ivory Coast, although this is its first knockout match in 28 years. — David Hickey, NBC news, 30 June 2026 Ditto Hugh Jackman’s unerring performance — perhaps his finest dramatic work yet — as a savage, unfeeling thug and unrepentant murderer and thief. — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 18 June 2026 Sir Charles, the Chuckwagon, the Round Mound of Rebound, has an unerring talent for getting to the point. — David Remnick, New Yorker, 11 June 2026 England, with only six survivors from its Rugby World Cup champion team last September, ultimately cruised to the six-try victory enhanced by Zoe Harrison's unerring right boot. — ABC News, 17 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for unerring
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unerring
  1. unfailing
  2. infallible
  3. perfect
  4. flawless
  5. reliable
Adjective
  • Everything is infused with melancholy, the unfailing indicator of the fundamental rift between humans and their natural environment.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Their reach was owed not just to the nine-member unit’s technical excellence and versatility but also their endless supply of positivity, of psychedelic Black power characterized by its leader’s unfailing belief in a beautiful tomorrow.
    — Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 9 June 2026
Definition of unfailing
Adjective
  • But after that 31-7 lead, there was a thought that Miami looked like a very good team but perhaps not an infallible one.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 19 Sep. 2026
  • But Radcliffe noted that her method for screening polls is not infallible.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of infallible
Adjective
  • Vella and DeTore already achieved perfect synthesis of psychedelia and death-doom on Song of Salvation.
    — Patrick Lyons, Pitchfork, 9 Nov. 2026
  • The combination just has that perfect high-low mix of sophistication and relaxed elegance.
    — Fernanda Pérez Sánchez, Glamour, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of perfect
Adjective
  • That moment may tell you more about its readiness for your business than another flawless result.
    — Lloyd Marino, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Special mention needs to be made of the in-room technology, which is flawless.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of flawless
Adjective
  • Automobile and energy companies are now retooling their technology choices to balance budget-friendly performance with reliable material sourcing.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Many high-performing women build careers by becoming trusted experts, exceptional operators and reliable problem-solvers.
    — Kelly Baker, Fortune, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of reliable

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“Unerring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unerring. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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