unearned
Example Sentences
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Although the Dodgers committed the second-fewest errors and gave up the fewest unearned runs this season, they haven’t looked sharp defensively in the postseason, with all three Atlanta runs Sunday coming with two outs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 5, 2026
By buying a flat in London in 1988, I've arguably enjoyed an unearned advantage.
From BBC ● May 17, 2026
The Social Security Administration considers free shelter to be unearned income, although he can avoid this reduction if he pays his fair share of household expenses.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 18, 2026
But every once in a while, we get a little wink, an ounce of good luck, an unearned gift, a happy accident, and this recipe falls in that category.
From Salon ● Apr. 13, 2026
If the outstanding balance is prepaid in full, the unearned finance charge will be refunded.
From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker
