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unexpected

[uhn-ik-spek-tid] / ˌʌn ɪkˈspɛk tɪd /


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That leaves the market without much of a buffer against another outbreak of volatility should Warsh happen to say something unexpected on Wednesday, according to Brent Kochuba, founder of SpotGamma.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 15, 2026

The announcement said that Barker died after “an unexpected medical emergency” but did not provide additional details, including the day of his death and a cause of death.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2026

A common amino acid found in protein rich foods and many brain health supplements may have an unexpected connection to longevity, according to new research.

From Science Daily • Jun. 15, 2026

Remote work also appears to have some other unexpected effects.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

The children each nimbly seized a burning candle from one of the lit candelabras and used it to light all the rest, revealing two entirely unexpected sights.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood




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