unsupported
Britishadjective
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not supported physically, financially, or emotionally
unable to sit up unsupported
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not upheld by evidence or facts; unsubstantiated
Example Sentences
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Publishing them means that other people can read and scrutinize them, and mock the justices when they write illogical, unsupported or embarrassing opinions.
From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026
The documentary won a Polk Award, but it was also widely criticized for taking material out of context and making unsupported allegations.
From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026
In a letter to the police, seen by the BBC, their lawyers say the family are co-operating with "criminal proceedings", but maintain the allegations are "unfounded and unsupported by credible evidence".
From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026
Warsh’s track record demonstrates problematic reasoning and unsupported claims regarding economic policy.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026
He could feel it vibrating and let go; it hung in midair, unsupported, at exactly the right height for him to mount it.
From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling
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