unpleasant
Example Sentences
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“Understanding these taxes can prevent unpleasant surprises when it’s time to pay those property-tax assessments,” Ringbauer said.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 15, 2026
Back in September 2019, the Saudis suffered an unpleasant shock.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
Within a few short weeks, an ongoing outbreak of Cyclospora, a foodborne parasite that can contaminate raw fruits and vegetables — and lead to several unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms — has fueled a nationwide panic.
From Salon ● Jul. 25, 2026
I remembered Dr. Barrett’s words: “Feeling unpleasant doesn’t necessarily mean that something is wrong. It could just mean that you’re doing something hard.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026
“I am glad everything is settled then. An unpleasant matter, but amicably settled.”
From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya
