unscripted

adjective

un·​script·​ed ˌən-ˈskrip-təd How to pronounce unscripted (audio)
: not following a prepared script

Examples of unscripted in a Sentence

Her reaction was completely unscripted.
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But the Finns showed me that when things go wrong, unscripted moments can deliver the best results. Patrice Poltzer, Contributor, CNBC, 6 Mar. 2025 Under this agreement, the companies will collaborate on a slate of unscripted projects spanning multiple genres and platforms across Lifetime and A&E. Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Mar. 2025 The deal will see the company work on a slate of unscripted projects across Lifetime and A&E. Peter White, Deadline, 5 Mar. 2025 The unscripted show sees Meghan invite various celebrity guests, such as Mindy Kaling, into her home to share her favorite cooking, gardening, crafting, and hosting tips. Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 4 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unscripted

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1950, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unscripted was circa 1950

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“Unscripted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unscripted. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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