unfairly

adverb

un·​fair·​ly ˌən-ˈfer-lē How to pronounce unfairly (audio)
: in an unfair manner

Examples of unfairly in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web While noting that people's perception can unfairly tarnish legal gambling, Johnson urges sports leagues to acknowledge the backlash and keep a close eye on public opinion. Nick Rockel, Fortune, 26 Apr. 2024 The ruling comes amid a nationwide backlash against trans rights, fueled in large part by claims that trans women would unfairly dominate women’s sports and that children are being allowed to transition too young. Rachel Weiner, Washington Post, 16 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unfairly 

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Word History

First Known Use

1713, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unfairly was in 1713

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“Unfairly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unfairly. Accessed 4 May. 2024.

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