unenviable
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Unenviable because the country remains in a sour mood, his approval ratings are weak, and there is minimal enthusiasm for his candidacy.
From Washington Post • Apr. 25, 2023
Unenviable is the legal lot of a coroner or medical examiner.
From Time Magazine Archive
Unenviable as was our position in the hostler's room on this memorable night, it would have been much worse had we undertaken to cross the mountain.
From The Mormons and the Theatre or The History of Theatricals in Utah by Lindsay, John S.
Unenviable fate of those who aspire to be teachers of mankind, that they themselves should be studied with a kind of antiquarian interest, stimulating thought not otherwise than as warning examples!
From South Wind by Douglas, Norman
Unenviable was that night, as passed by their lodger, however acceptable to her was any asylum.
From The Wanderer (Volume 5 of 5) or, Female Difficulties by Burney, Fanny
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