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unintentionally

American  
[uhn-in-ten-shuh-nl-ee] / ˌʌn ɪnˈtɛn ʃə nl i /

adverb

  1. not deliberately or on purpose.

    Properly restricting file sharing will help the user avoid unintentionally granting access to unknown parties.

Etymology

Origin of unintentionally

unintentional ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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"Unintentionally and accidentally, we messed up," the follow-up email read.

From Fox News • Feb. 13, 2022

Unintentionally, the series has something else in common with its cinematic inspiration: a premiere during difficult times.

From New York Times • Jul. 6, 2021

Unintentionally or not, many of these online dating profile-writers toe the line between profile consultant and dating coach.

From Salon • Mar. 5, 2019

Unintentionally quoting one of the Ira Gershwin lyrics in the show, he says, "It's wonderful. You feel supported, and everyone is focusing on the same thing. Thankfully, we all got on very well."

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2015

Unintentionally or unknowingly, Mudd claimed, he had helped him escape.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson

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