inexplicably

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The first love song on the album, it's inexplicably missing from the standard, 12-track edition.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

The book also inexplicably suggests that “Lincoln would not formally declare the war ended until August 20, 1866”—by which date Lincoln had been dead for 16 months.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

After two speeches from textbook campaign types, including Susannah Carr from the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA and former New York 12 candidate Jami Floyd, Schlossberg emerged onto the stage, flanked inexplicably by two bagpipers.

From Slate • Jun. 18, 2026

The article argues that Becerra, who has shown combative skill in previous roles, inexplicably held back at the debate rather than showcasing his genuine fighting spirit.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Louie made a habit of sitting next to the mountainous shot putter Jack Torrance, who had an inexplicably tiny appetite.

From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand