unexpectedly

Example Sentences

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Wilkinson’s latest real estate win came to her unexpectedly.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

The discovery came unexpectedly while Lima and her team were studying two simple liquids in collaboration with ExxonMobil Technology & Engineering Company.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

These earnings beats appear to be more of a surprise, and because investors tend to cling to their prior beliefs, they underreact to the unexpectedly good news.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

UK government borrowing rose unexpectedly to £14.3bn in February to the second highest level for that month since records began, official figures show.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

“When you woke up, you didn’t seem to remember it. We didn’t want you to come upon something unexpectedly and have a setback.”

From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson