unintentionally
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
His war with Iran unintentionally set off a scramble for renewable energy sources, which promise to be cheaper in the long run and available on a faster timescale than many initially anticipated.
From Salon ● Aug. 28, 2026
A tangled web of masterfully timed sound effects has unintentionally become the heartbeat of “Stamptown” .
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2026
Jumpei Sakai, who imports it, unintentionally spoke in haiku when asked about Wagyu: “It has a tender / texture, so you don’t really / need to chew the meat.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 22, 2026
"This combination can read as highly casual and youthful, which may unintentionally detract from giving you a credible and authoritative presence."
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
If you stop at the tower lookout spot at night, the lights of the city unintentionally spell ZERO.
From "Please Ignore Vera Dietz" by A.S. King
