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unintentionally

American  
[uhn-in-ten-shuh-nl-ee] / ˌʌn ɪnˈtɛn ʃə nl i /

adverb

  1. not deliberately or on purpose.

    Properly restricting file sharing will help the user avoid unintentionally granting access to unknown parties.


Etymology

Origin of unintentionally

unintentional ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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Unintentionally, there are riveting connections between the films — in “Nosferatu,” Hoult’s character is one of the faint signs of goodness, whereas in “The Order,” his Bob Mathews is pure evil.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2024

"Unintentionally and accidentally, we messed up," the follow-up email read.

From Fox News • Feb. 13, 2022

Unintentionally, the series has something else in common with its cinematic inspiration: a premiere during difficult times.

From New York Times • Jul. 6, 2021

Unintentionally or not, many of these online dating profile-writers toe the line between profile consultant and dating coach.

From Salon • Mar. 5, 2019

Unintentionally or unknowingly, Mudd claimed, he had helped him escape.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson

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