unintentionally

Example Sentences

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Others have struggled to make their needs understood, or found that the encounter unfolded in a way that unintentionally caused further harm.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Based on the results, the researchers believe smartphone use may unintentionally extend the time people spend sitting on the toilet.

From Science Daily • Mar. 7, 2026

“When you intentionally or unintentionally step away from household finances, you don’t realize right away that you’re losing agency and options, but over time you start to feel it,” Heather says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 28, 2026

Stephen Colletti innocently slicing turkey and unintentionally sparking one of the most wild crashouts in “Traitors” history.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

When he unintentionally sniffed up some of the mist, he had the strangest desire to tie a knot.

From "A Tangle of Knots" by Lisa Graff