uninterested

ˌən-ˈin-t(ə-)rə-stəd
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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of uninterested His embrace of the legislation marked a shift for the governor, who appeared uninterested in engaging with the corporate tax proposal as recently as May. Naomi Taxay, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026 With the Heat an uninterested spectator in that regard, as well. Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 10 July 2026 But when asked if adding a hitter is a priority in relation to Judge and the Yankees’ offensive struggles, Cashman, uninterested in tipping his hand, spoke in generalities. Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 9 July 2026 But sometimes God can feel far off, hidden, or even uninterested in mankind. Kit Cornell Kurtz, Christian Science Monitor, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for uninterested
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uninterested
Adjective
  • The plan is to keep being nonchalant about the whole thing, and hopefully their fan base will continue to grow.
    Julius Miller, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Opting for a baggier jean style immediately reads more nonchalant, giving the overall outfit a cooler look.
    Eva Thomas, InStyle, 12 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Today, Adidas Originals Japan sneakers are seen as a lifestyle shoe, worn for casual situations like running errands or grabbing a cup of coffee.
    Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Some additional family members (also from out of town) came for a casual cookout and brought friends of theirs — informing, not asking, the other family members (not the hosts) only one day in advance.
    Judith Martin, Mercury News, 22 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • The fight was the worst on the card as Spivac seemed mostly disinterested in pushing himself.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • On the other, last season’s first XI was stale and, at times, disinterested.
    George Caulkin, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026

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“Uninterested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uninterested. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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