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unintentionally

[uhn-in-ten-shuh-nl-ee] / ˌʌn ɪnˈtɛn ʃə nl i /


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But by engaging in the burrito debate, many of them unintentionally exposed the fact that despite their comments on the youth, they have not actually spoken to a young person in years.

From Salon Aug. 13, 2026

These unintentionally observed stars are sometimes described as 'stellar bycatch.'

From Science Daily Jul. 30, 2026

The worry is that a similar failure by an AI agent pursuing a narrow goal could unintentionally damage emails, banking and other programs people depend on.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 29, 2026

In the letter, Shah apologised for the Panorama clip, which he said unintentionally gave the "mistaken impression that President Trump made a direct call for violent action".

From BBC Jul. 21, 2026

“Are you a friend?” she asked, which struck me as one of those unintentionally broad and unanswerable questions.

From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green




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