as in sudden
not expected
there are almost always unforeseen consequences for any major endeavor unforeseen problems delayed the project beyond its deadline
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Recent Examples of unforeseen
In short, barring unforeseen local, national or global events, experts say this year's local housing market could look like a repeat of 2024's.
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Shonda Novak, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
If his early training camp performance is any indication, expect Tagovailoa to lead the league in another statistical category barring any unforeseen injuries.
—Claude Smalls, Miami Herald, 30 July 2025
While fresh information this week could prove significant, forecasters still face challenges posed by fluctuating tariffs and unforeseen shifts in the data, Jones said.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 30 July 2025
Citing unforeseen setbacks, two brothers have pulled plans for a microbrewery in downtown Cornelius.
—Tamia Boyd, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2025
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Shonda Novak, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
If his early training camp performance is any indication, expect Tagovailoa to lead the league in another statistical category barring any unforeseen injuries.
—Claude Smalls, Miami Herald, 30 July 2025
While fresh information this week could prove significant, forecasters still face challenges posed by fluctuating tariffs and unforeseen shifts in the data, Jones said.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 30 July 2025
Citing unforeseen setbacks, two brothers have pulled plans for a microbrewery in downtown Cornelius.
—Tamia Boyd, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unforeseen
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The Sun’s entry into your 11th house on the 22nd brings focus to your social circles, but the square to Uranus on the 24th may lead to sudden changes in friendships or group dynamics.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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An unexpected, sudden layoff can feel like you’re blindsided by a truck.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Pierson’s rise, powered in part by promoting her one-time net worth estimate from Forbes, almost led her into an unexpected deal… Forbes itself.—
Monica Hunter-Hart,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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When an unexpected request comes from a dissident singer in hiding, his solitude and routine is broken — and so is to an extent his passivity.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Unforeseen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unforeseen. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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