unprepared

Example Sentences

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Health insurance is the single biggest expense most laid-off households are unprepared for, and the time to understand your options is before you need them, not after.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

Raman, who had endorsed Bass’ reelection before throwing her hat in at the last minute, came off as inexperienced, touchy and unprepared.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

If Cook sensed people were unprepared in a meeting, he would sometimes say, “Next,” then flip to the following item on a meeting agenda.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

When my parents died, I was prepared for my grief — but I was completely unprepared for the legal and financial ramifications.

From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026

It is as unprepared for this jungle as its human siblings are.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel