uneventful
Americanadjective
adjective
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Etymology
Origin of uneventful
Explanation
When a road trip goes smoothly without any surprises or delays, you might describe it as uneventful, meaning nothing exciting or unexpected happened. To describe something as uneventful means that it was calm and lacking in any significant incidents or excitement. For example, if your day was filled with routine tasks without anything notable occurring, you could call it an uneventful day. While uneventful moments might seem dull, they can also be a welcome break from hectic or stressful times, providing a sense of peace and regularity.
Example Sentences
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The ride was uneventful until we were four blocks from our destination.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026
While the result may seem uneventful, it provides valuable scientific information.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 14, 2026
Argentina will try to make the game against England uneventful, and then wait for a moment of brilliance from Lionel Messi or Julian Alvarez.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
The following year, 2019, was uneventful by comparison because the Europeans showered him with flattery.
From Salon ● Jun. 18, 2026
In an uneventful voice she replied that I had nothing to fear.
From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez
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