unsuspecting
Britishadjective
Other Word Forms
- unsuspectingly adverb
Example Sentences
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And unlike some some prank shows, its intentions are good, its attitude humane — the entire purpose of the show is to bring out the best in its unsuspecting star, not to humiliate him.
From Los Angeles Times
Michael B. Jordan was all about sharing the love Sunday night, giving unsuspecting fans a thrill when he swung by an In-N-Out Burger with his lead actor Oscar after the Academy Awards.
From Los Angeles Times
Like Dr. F. himself, Ms. Gyllenhaal has unleashed a monster on unsuspecting countrymen.
About three decades ago, an accountant profited from dubious deductions he put on the tax returns of an unsuspecting client.
From MarketWatch
His audience laughed when Burr demonstrated the many ways mediums could move objects, answer questions, or otherwise trick unsuspecting séance goers.
From Literature
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