unintended
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And that helps to explain why Americans are so resistant to paying more for goods and services and helping, in an unintended way, to keep a cap on inflation.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
He warned that any changes that would “diminish” the commission’s independence “should be approached with caution,” saying that they could have unintended consequences by weakening police oversight and eroding public trust.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
The committee's report said the government should continue with its aim of introducing the ban "as soon as possible", while minimising unintended impacts on the wider housing market.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
While effective in some cases, those changes can carry risks because they are difficult to reverse if unintended side effects occur.
From Science Daily • May 25, 2026
They were not pleased at the unintended choral effect or the spontaneous unity of their gestures.
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
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