unplanned
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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The comics will be passing the mic back and forth throughout the night, which will feature special guests, surprise moments and plenty of other unplanned interruptions that will make for a roughly four-hour show.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026
This makes them anxious when interactions are unplanned and spontaneous, when they have to participate in high-stakes meetings and react to unexpected feedback and demands from the boss.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026
While this "has to be a good thing" when it comes to helping the driver see clearly, Harrow says, it has also resulted in "unplanned drawbacks" - including dazzling other road users.
From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026
"Right now, about 50% of all pregnancies are unplanned, and this would give men additional options and agency in their fertility," Balbach said.
From Science Daily • Feb. 14, 2026
Jinny tried to remember to invite Ben along anytime she was going to show Ess something new, but that sort of thing tended to be unplanned, to happen when it needed to happen.
From "Orphan Island" by Laurel Snyder
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