unattended

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But McDermott said modern technology is “a strategic weapon” because he can spend 20 minutes handling important emails that would have stressed him out all weekend if left unattended.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

"BMW AG recommends that after starting the engine –- especially after remote engine start –- the vehicle should not be left unattended with the engine running," the carmaker said in a statement.

From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026

That afternoon, ravens flew into the unattended nest and ate the eggs.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 2026

Hull City Council is offering two types of funeral package, unattended or attended cremations, with the latter costing £975.

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026

Almost every afternoon, knowing that I was on the tennis court, he would fretfully twist his head away from his work to see the polynucleotide backbone unattended.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson