unscathed
Americanadjective
adjective
Usage
What does unscathed mean? Unscathed is an adjective used to describe being “uninjured” or “unharmed,” especially after a trying or dangerous experience.This word isn’t only used in situations where someone or something has escaped physical injury. It can also be applied to when a person’s reputation, finances, or emotional well-being are unscathed after some major ordeal.Example: The company was lucky to come out of the economic crisis unscathed, still turning a profit and even hiring new employees.
Etymology
Origin of unscathed
First recorded in 1400–50; Middle English; un- 1, scathe ( def. ), -ed 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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However, Barrymore came through the renovation relatively unscathed, transforming the property into a true sanctuary that she believed would serve as her family’s escape from the city, where she shoots her popular talk show.
From MarketWatch
The judgment marks a rare legal defeat for Musk, often dubbed "Teflon Elon" for his ability to emerge unscathed from lawsuits he is expected to lose.
From Barron's
Her kooky chipmunk moxie lets her get through any script relatively unscathed, including this one.
From Los Angeles Times
After 40 minutes of intense questioning alongside the most unpredictable of presidents, Martin was relieved to escape unscathed.
From BBC
Yet, as the 98th Academy Award demonstrated, the show isn’t equipped to do much more than talk up its own impact and hope to come out unscathed on the right side of history.
From Salon
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