unpleasantly

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.

Peter Webber, who directed the 2007 film adaptation of “Hannibal Rising,” reported that Mr. Harris was unpleasantly “shocked” by the movie.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

“That cut into investors’ returns, so a lot of investors were unpleasantly surprised back in 2022.”

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

He sounds unpleasantly shrill as the hyperactive young conductor and composer taking classical music, Broadway and ballet by storm.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2023

If an item arrives damaged, its quality is less than ideal, it’s stolen or it never arrives, you might be unpleasantly surprised by your buy now, pay later terms.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 6, 2022

Lamont’s stomach grumbled unpleasantly as he tore into his corn bread.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck