plight
noun
a condition, state, or situation, especially an unfavorable or unfortunate one.
unplighted
-
a word derived from
plight.
Example Sentences
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But I warn thee, maiden, that long years of misery and anguish will be our portion should we separate while our troth is yet unplighted.
From Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 2 by John Roby
Tell me—nay, but listen— This heart unfetter'd, offer'd thee, unplighted, Would'st thou have ta'en? hermione.
From The Legendary and Poetical Remains of John Roby author of 'Traditions of Lancashire', with a sketch of his literary life and character by John Roby
And only Ostermoor and she knew the shame of that private conversation by which they were unplighted.
From Winner Take All by Larry Evans
