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as in unfamiliar
happening or existing without one's knowledge
unknown to me was the fact that while I was out, my family was hurriedly preparing a surprise birthday party
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as in novel
not known or experienced before
becoming a father brought unknown joy to his life
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as in obscure
not widely known
looking for a relatively unknown singer to record the song
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Recent Examples of unknown
Though the direct inspiration for Untitled (circa 1967) remains unknown, Jaffe was at the time inspired by the demolition site of the Gare Montparnasse train station in 15th arrondissement of Paris, situated on the left bank of the River Seine.
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Natasha Gural, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
While Luca’s future is unknown, both in terms of future surgeries and the functionality of his speech, vision and mobility, his bubbly personality has remained, according to News.com.au.
—Sam Gillette, People.com, 29 Apr. 2025
The extent of their injuries is unknown, though several were hospitalized and one was airlifted from the scene of the accident.
—T. Michelle Murphy, ABC News, 28 Apr. 2025
In 96% of the cases, patients were unvaccinated or their vaccination status was unknown.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 19 Apr. 2025
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Natasha Gural, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
While Luca’s future is unknown, both in terms of future surgeries and the functionality of his speech, vision and mobility, his bubbly personality has remained, according to News.com.au.
—Sam Gillette, People.com, 29 Apr. 2025
The extent of their injuries is unknown, though several were hospitalized and one was airlifted from the scene of the accident.
—T. Michelle Murphy, ABC News, 28 Apr. 2025
In 96% of the cases, patients were unvaccinated or their vaccination status was unknown.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unknown
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For example, some autistic adults are more comfortable spending time with family and lifelong friends, while others may feel more comfortable socializing with unfamiliar people.—
Heidi Moawad, MD,
Verywell Health,
18 Apr. 2025
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As for the identity of Aradia herself, the name is unfamiliar to contemporary speakers of the dialects spoken in the Tuscany and Romagna regions that Leland allegedly visited.—
Angelica Frey,
JSTOR Daily,
18 Apr. 2025
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To keep it looking full and fresh all season, the manufacturer suggests a novel tip—just hit it with a hairdryer on low for effortless dusting.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Apr. 2025
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But no matter your preference, following the links enhances your creativity and interdisciplinary thinking, spurring novel connections between divergent ideas.—
Ann Kowal Smith,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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These renderings obscure just how much conventional warfare took place in Vietnam.—
Made by History,
Time,
30 Apr. 2025
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Parsing a FromSoftware game's obscure plot is as tricky as taking down its brutal enemies.—
Jordan Minor,
PC Magazine,
29 Apr. 2025
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The Bengals added Fairchild in the third, so adding another lineman while there were more pressing needs is strange, especially a raw lineman like Rivers.—
Mark Weinstein,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Apr. 2025
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Moses’s book eddies around with the energy of someone reporting back from a very long and strange evening clicking through Wikipedia links, enjoying every chance to add a tangent.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
28 Apr. 2025
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On their own, Cheech, in his scuffed Crocs, walking the stretch of Venice Boardwalk ahead of his once (and maybe future) co-star went virtually unrecognized.—
Adam Tschorn,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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This mental labor, which often goes unrecognized and unspoken, is a form of cognitive multitasking that drains a person’s attention and well-being.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie turned the wizardly backstory into an epic adventure, opening a gateway for young unbeknownst fantasy fans everywhere while also delivering a classically wholesome story about the importance of family and a parent's unconditional love.—
EW Staff,
EW.com,
1 July 2024
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For a surprise at the end, unbeknownst even to King, Winfrey arranged a path lined with sparklers, framing the couple in a golden glow against the night sky.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
6 June 2024
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The organization cited, among its other materials, a letter from Senator Mark Warner detailing the unprecedented secrecy shrouding DOGE’s activities.—
Dell Cameron,
Wired News,
21 Apr. 2025
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This unprecedented level of transparency promises a sea change in climate accountability—empowering real-time decision-making, sharpening risk assessments, and helping the world act with the precision this crisis demands.—
Ingmar Rentzhog,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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George and Amal were welcomed to Brignoles by the mayor, who shared a photo with the couple outside their new home in 2021.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2025
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You’re being invited to graduate from the lessons of your past and step into a new version of yourself.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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“Unknown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unknown. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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