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I always ignore uninvited advice
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Recent Examples of uninvited
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is assisting resident Ken Johnson in trying to rid his uninvited guest, an above-average-sized California black bear.
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Julie Sharp, CBS News, 19 Dec. 2025
Ahead, the best dandruff treatments derms recommend when flakes show up uninvited.
—Allure, 18 Dec. 2025
Some holiday travelers experienced an uninvited guest aboard a flight headed for a sunny destination.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 16 Dec. 2025
No unwelcome or uninvited physical contact.
—Amelia Arvesen, Outside, 16 Dec. 2025
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Julie Sharp, CBS News, 19 Dec. 2025
Ahead, the best dandruff treatments derms recommend when flakes show up uninvited.
—Allure, 18 Dec. 2025
Some holiday travelers experienced an uninvited guest aboard a flight headed for a sunny destination.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 16 Dec. 2025
No unwelcome or uninvited physical contact.
—Amelia Arvesen, Outside, 16 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uninvited
Adjective
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Students also learn how softer, darker pencils behave differently on paper and how overworking graphite can create unwanted shine.—
Nakell Williams,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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The new testing initiative follows reporting by The Times that workers repeatedly violated cleanup protocols, possibly leaving fire contaminants behind or moving them into unwanted areas, according to federal reports.—
Tony Briscoe,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The Federal Bureau of Investigation has also warned about a variation on brushing scams where the unsolicited packages contain a QR code.—
Isa Almeida,
Oklahoman,
9 Jan. 2026
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According to Texas Department of Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller, since February 2025, the agriculture department has collected seed deliveries at 109 locations across the state, totaling 1,101 packs of unsolicited seeds.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Jan. 2026
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An ultra-thin stiletto heel is the perfect counterpoint to the thickness of the platform, creating a sleek, sophisticated look that elongates the legs without adding unnecessary bulk.—
Shelby Comroe,
InStyle,
10 Jan. 2026
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Cleaning Out Your Closet All Year The key to continually getting rid of unnecessary clutter in your closet is by placing a big donation box (or duffle, or trash bag) inside your closet for easy access at the start of each year or season.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
10 Jan. 2026
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