unanswered

Example Sentences

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But for now, without the Dutch couple to fill in the gaps and officials unable to fully reconstruct their travels, many questions about how this outbreak started remain unanswered.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Without children as automatic heirs or caregivers, decisions about medical power of attorney, financial power of attorney, long-term care and even funeral logistics can’t be left unanswered.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

The puzzling question of whether sleeping and waking are actually the same thing remains unanswered, but the powerful lure of sleep—soothing and with the promise of unknowing—is clear.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

"We are still awaiting clarification regarding the reasons for this decision, particularly in light of certain unanswered questions concerning US contributions," union chief Severine Deboos told AFP.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

I shrug, tighten my mouth in silent rebuke, turn my back in bed, leave questions unanswered.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood