unearned

Example Sentences

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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

He followed that up against the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday, surrendering just one unearned run over six frames, keeping his season ERA at 0.00.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

But there is no law for those wearing unearned medals - or those who simply lie about their background without dressing up in uniform.

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026

He gave me an unearned high five when the coach finally blew the whistle ending class.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer