unprecedented

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In terms of a practical response, the Palace has already taken unprecedented action in how it stripped the former Prince Andrew of his titles and removed him from his home.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

"This is extremely significant for the future of K-culture and the nation of Korea because it means that unprecedented growth in soft power will continue," he told AFP.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Leo was among the shocked, taking the unprecedented step to urge Americans to “communicate with congressmen” that “we don’t want war; we want peace.”

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

And as investors look for new ways to take advantage of unprecedented volatility in hydrocarbon prices, exchange-traded funds offering leveraged returns on that volatility are becoming increasingly popular.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

The many strikes that characterized the year 1919 came at a time when American industry stood at the threshold of a long period of unprecedented growth and prosperity.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler