inexplicably

Example Sentences

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When Denver-based writer David Obuchowski types “please,” iOS autocorrects it, inexplicably, to “Pleaae.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

Inter had much the better in the first half but once Hauge capitalised on Manuel Akanji inexplicably giving the ball away on the edge of his area, there was no way back for the Italians.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

Of all the remarks that Witkoff has uttered over the past year signifying his unsuitability for the job he’s been inexplicably handed, this one might take the proverbial cake.

From Slate • Feb. 24, 2026

Tammy Abraham's opener was clearly offside, Villa's full-back Lucas Digne inexplicably escaped conceding a penalty for handball and the Frenchman could easily have been dismissed for a reckless challenge as well.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

Then her hand was on my shoulder, and for just a moment, she was inexplicably next to me as I moved through the water.

From "The Thing About Jellyfish" by Ali Benjamin