unannounced

Example Sentences

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On that note, one emotional highlight to date was the presentation of an unannounced honorary Palme to John Travolta.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Prince Harry's unannounced trip to Ukraine came days after he left Australia, where he and wife Meghan, both no longer working royals, had visited in a private capacity.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Attorney Jeanine Pirro’s office made an unannounced visit to the Fed’s headquarters construction site, saying they wanted a tour and to check on progress.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

The commission said on Monday that its competition division was carrying out unannounced inspections in two member states at the premises of a chocolate confectionary company, but didn’t name the firm.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

“You didn’t tell us you were coming, but on the other hand when you showed up unannounced you also showed up with company.”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse