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unapologetically

American  
[uhn-uh-pol-uh-jet-ik-lee] / ˌʌn əˌpɒl əˈdʒɛt ɪk li /

adverb

  1. in a way that does not accept fault or shows no regret or shame.

    The review is going to be unsparingly and unapologetically harsh.

    Since the day it was founded, the tabloid has unapologetically paid for interviews and photographs.


Etymology

Origin of unapologetically

unapologetic ( def. ) + -ally ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Crisp Mexican-style chorizo is optional, but I genuinely like this best when the corn gets to be extremely, unapologetically corn.

From Salon Aug. 16, 2026

Kerr, always unapologetically bold in declaring his ambitions, announced he would target the world record in London four months before this historic run - and has worked relentlessly towards backing that up since.

From BBC Jul. 18, 2026

Ahmed: The shows that I really adore and the ones that really inspired me on this journey are ones that are unapologetically specific.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 11, 2026

Then came cubes of chicken breast, added near the end, and a little extra stove time because I like these sorts of meals to drift unapologetically toward stew territory.

From Salon May 12, 2026

Why are they published as unapologetically as sports statistics and stock market reports?

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan

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