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Recent Examples of uninviting
According to the pros, people most often regret choosing a bright and basic shade or playing it safe with a hue that reads cold and uninviting rather than crisp and clean.
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026
People dress up, get together and celebrate in spite of the frigid, uninviting weather.
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 29 Jan. 2026
New in town after his emotionally stunted mother (Mia Wasikowska) chose to move them there, Naim is still making sense of this uninviting place.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
Some customers decried the logo change as uninviting.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 10 Dec. 2025
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Feb. 2026
People dress up, get together and celebrate in spite of the frigid, uninviting weather.
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 29 Jan. 2026
New in town after his emotionally stunted mother (Mia Wasikowska) chose to move them there, Naim is still making sense of this uninviting place.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
Some customers decried the logo change as uninviting.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 10 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uninviting
Adjective
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If plastic is a must (especially in areas prone to moisture), the vinegar, baking soda, and enzyme detergent routine should get all unpleasant smells out.—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
1 May 2026
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This can result in unpleasant odors, stains, and even mold and mildew growth.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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Fire made the inhospitable conditions of caves more bearable, as caverns were often cold, dark, damp, and home to other residents like lions, bears, and hyenas, which had to be displaced.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
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Thyme thrives in dry, rocky soils that may be inhospitable to other common plants.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Uninviting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uninviting. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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