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unwanted

[uhn-won-tid, ‐-wawn‐] / ʌnˈwɒn tɪd, ‐ˈwɔn‐ /
ADJECTIVE
undesired
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Because well-learned behaviors move into brain circuits that are less dependent on conscious control, simply trying to think about something else may not be enough to break an unwanted habit.

From Science Daily Jul. 12, 2026

But he also set another, unwanted, record from the spot.

From BBC Jul. 11, 2026

She says the technology could also be adapted to help protect sensitive parts of the body during MRI exams by reducing unwanted heating around medical implants.

From Science Daily Jul. 10, 2026

The procedure blocked blood flow in 90% of the blood vessels treated as part of the study, and there were no unwanted side-effects.

From BBC Jul. 10, 2026

Or did they send me there because I was unwanted?

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day




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