1
as in volatile
likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly
we've been having a lot of unsettled weather lately
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2
as in unpaid
not yet paid
I keep unsettled bills next to the checkbook
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as in pending
not yet settled or decided
we can't move on as long as this important question remains unsettled
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as in unsure
not feeling sure about the truth, wisdom, or trustworthiness of someone or something
I'm still unsettled about whether I should take that job
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as in disturbed
to trouble the mind of; to make uneasy
the news that the local grocery store had sold contaminated produce unsettled many shoppers
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Recent Examples of unsettled
Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Geomagnetic conditions could remain unsettled this evening, giving stargazers another chance if solar-wind conditions line up after dark.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
Marisa Lagos, NPR, 3 June 2026
With most California voters still sitting on their ballots ahead of Tuesday’s primary, election officials are anticipating a late rush that could leave key races unsettled for days or weeks.
—Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 1 June 2026
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Adjective
And this year, Democratic voters held on to their ballots longer amid an unsettled governor’s race.
—Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Geomagnetic conditions could remain unsettled this evening, giving stargazers another chance if solar-wind conditions line up after dark.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
Verb
The uncertainty on election night capped a race that remained crowded and unsettled to the end.
—Marisa Lagos, NPR, 3 June 2026
With most California voters still sitting on their ballots ahead of Tuesday’s primary, election officials are anticipating a late rush that could leave key races unsettled for days or weeks.
—Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 1 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unsettled
Adjective
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Both oil prices and global equities have been volatile on news of negotiations.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
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Guarantees and warranties Warranties provide vital financial peace of mind when dealing with volatile seasonal pests summer heat brings out.—
Nick Perry,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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Since 2018, the country has accumulated around $22 million in unpaid bills (far more in Zipline’s eyes after the cedi’s steep depreciation from 2021 to 2024).—
Bright Simons,
semafor.com,
8 Dec. 2025
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According to Mueller's calculations, Sheen owes $8,967,600 in unpaid child support and $6,418,643 in interest.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
8 Dec. 2025
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Lawsuits challenging the legality of the fund remain pending.—
Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
8 June 2026
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The federal cases remain pending.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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The county is asking residents who are unsure about how to handle their tax bills to call or email an assessment hotline, which launched this week and is staffed by both collections and assessment staff.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
9 Dec. 2025
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Some residents heard a loud blast, but crews remain unsure about what caused the blast.—
Jose Fabian,
CBS News,
9 Dec. 2025
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Small black ants are generally harmless, but a colony of leafcutter ants can annihilate food crops, and aggressive fire ants build huge mounds and deliver a painful sting when disturbed.—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
10 June 2026
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In many cases, birds and their nests are protected by wildlife laws, meaning active nests should not be disturbed.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
8 June 2026
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The restaurant intended to add automatic 18 percent tips to every bill, since international tipping culture is often unpredictable.—
Rachel Siegel,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
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Prices are subject to rapid, unpredictable changes due to factors like, but not limited to, supply/demand, weather, and geopolitical events.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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The near-perfect conditions affected each vineyard parcel and variety differently, but the result is outstanding across the board.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
14 June 2026
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Your Carolyn Bessette is outstanding.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
14 June 2026
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Questions of territory remain unresolved, the Ukrainian leader said.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
11 Dec. 2025
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Dolphins tiebreakers with Buffalo and Jacksonville (who have three more wins than Miami) and Kansas City (which has the same record as Miami) remain unresolved and will be determined by the remaining schedule.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
10 Dec. 2025
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“Unsettled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unsettled. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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