unappealing

Example Sentences

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Resembling something between a reinforced bus stop and a public toilet, some of these mini-bunkers appear to be in an unappealing condition inside.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

When the name change to MS NOW was announced in October, the network’s internal research showed 31% of viewers found the idea somewhat unappealing or very unappealing, a warning light for what might be ahead.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

Soon, he begins refusing all work, declaring, in the face of unappealing tasks: “I would prefer not to.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

While it’s an unappealing display of vanity and a misunderstanding of what news is and does, it’s also serving to keep his name in headlines.

From Salon • Jan. 10, 2026

“The idea of it was so unbelievably unappealing to him,” says his wife, “that he started to work harder.”

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis