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as in accidental
happening by chance
an unplanned change in our itinerary—we got lost!
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as in impromptu
made or done without previous thought or preparation
stumbled through a completely unplanned acceptance speech
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Recent Examples of unplanned
But the ship has plenty of lectures and activities to keep guests engaged during sea days, both planned and unplanned.
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Erin Florio, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Nov. 2024
Despite the challenges of an unplanned extended stay, the two astronauts quickly integrated into life on the ISS, assisting with science experiments and performing routine maintenance, including repairing a malfunctioning toilet and vacuuming air vents.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
The decrease is attributed to higher operating expenses and unplanned generation outages.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
Sure, but the mother has claimed that her second pregnancy with twins was unplanned and not a donor situation.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2024
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Erin Florio, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Nov. 2024
Despite the challenges of an unplanned extended stay, the two astronauts quickly integrated into life on the ISS, assisting with science experiments and performing routine maintenance, including repairing a malfunctioning toilet and vacuuming air vents.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
The decrease is attributed to higher operating expenses and unplanned generation outages.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
Sure, but the mother has claimed that her second pregnancy with twins was unplanned and not a donor situation.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for unplanned
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unplanned
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An investigation into the deaths is ongoing, though Toomey said the tragedy appeared to be accidental and may have involved the home’s heating system.Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 28 Dec. 2024
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The violence is visceral and crude, and the deaths are sometimes accidental.Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 27 Dec. 2024
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The highlight of the evening was the impromptu reunion of all five Spice Girls — Emma Bunton (Baby Spice), Melanie Brown (Scary Spice), Geri Halliwell (Ginger Spice), Melanie Chisholm (Sporty Spice) and Beckham (Posh Spice).Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 18 Dec. 2024
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From an anti-capitalist kicker that’s still pretty funny to the priceless promise of Gir in an elf suit, this impromptu finale doubles as an oddly perfect swan song.Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 17 Dec. 2024
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This defense is full of unexpected breakouts, from first-time starting linebacker Christian Rozeboom to rookie Kamren Kinchens.Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
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In the months that followed, her road to recovery was slowed by setbacks, including adverse reactions to chemo and unexpected craniotomies (surgeries) that delayed her treatment.Lawrence Yee, People.com, 28 Dec. 2024
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“Unplanned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unplanned. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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