unintended

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But Lyons said the recommendations "could have significant and unintended consequences on the economic viability of our hospitality sector at a time when many are operating below viability thresholds".

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Not only would those with unintended pregnancies would suffer, but also those who were miscarrying or had emergency situations like ectopic pregnancies.

From Salon • May 26, 2026

Researchers also face difficulties delivering therapies precisely to target tissues while avoiding unintended damage to healthy organs.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

But there are worries about unintended consequences for U.S. farmers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

From this unintended encounter, I believe, the steam engine was born.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton