Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unsold
Verb
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Not discouraged by the previous drop, Young then went back to Legette, who made a difficult catch while falling to the ground.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026 -
Iran’s hold over the critical Middle Eastern passageway has discouraged activity in the area, triggering a sweeping blockage of oil tankers and a global energy emergency.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
10 June 2026
Verb
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The strong smell of mint is refreshing to people, but aphids are deterred by the scent.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
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Colling lives in Massachusetts, but that hasn’t deterred him from supporting a team one state over.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2026
Verb
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So, that has sometimes inhibited our ability to respond to [news].—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
29 May 2026
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Curiosity itself is not disappearing, but it can be inhibited by several factors including things like fear, assumptions, technology, and interactions in workplace environments.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Verb
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Most people choose to fly into Aspen airport, but that too can be hit or miss, with flights often being canceled and diverted due to weather conditions.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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This past season the team diverted 217,000 pounds of trash from ending up in landfills.—
Carlton Gillespie,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2026
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“Unsold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unsold. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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