not knowing

Example Sentences

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Sometimes, concerned humans crowd around an injured capybara, he says, not knowing it’s better to leave them alone and go for help.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

"We spent 20 days not knowing anything about them," Hilou said.

From Barron's • May 9, 2026

Clark says she will never be able to lose the pain of not knowing what happened to him.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

Aghassy, not knowing what the noise meant, said, “Can you quiet down a bit?”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

“Do you want to start your first day at Somewhere Middle School not knowing anybody’s names or hobbies or favorite shows or preferred ice cream flavors?”

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller