unintentionally
Americanadverb
Etymology
Origin of unintentionally
Example Sentences
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However, I sense a slight from the older brother towards my husband, intentionally or unintentionally.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 6, 2026
The line between art and commerce has blurred so much that people unintentionally conflate all visual media with advertising — if they can’t see themselves in it, they’re not buying it.
From Salon ● Sep. 23, 2026
But they are unintentionally linked by their stars and sponsors.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
Jumpei Sakai, who imports it, unintentionally spoke in haiku when asked about Wagyu: “It has a tender / texture, so you don’t really / need to chew the meat.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 22, 2026
“Sure I like children. But they got to be my own and not some other bum’s,” he answered, unintentionally insulting himself.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
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