undesirable
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
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Origin of undesirable
Example Sentences
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"China believes that achieving a comprehensive ceasefire is an urgent priority, while reopening hostilities would be even more undesirable," said Wang Yi, according to a readout by state media.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
If those numbers are borne out in the real world, most people on GLP-1s may have some kind of undesirable GI effect from them.
From Slate • Mar. 22, 2026
"This is a new way to make a fundamental carbon-carbon bond and that's why the potential impact is so great. It also means chemists can avoid an undesirable and inefficient drug modification process."
From Science Daily • Mar. 14, 2026
Few engineers want the job, which has historically been seen as demanding, undesirable and less prestigious than product-focused engineering roles.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026
“Now, I am well aware that being raised by wolves can be considered an undesirable start in life,” she began.
From "The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I: The Mysterious Howling" by Maryrose Wood
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