unwished
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of unwished
Example Sentences
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Yet beyond these transient excitements lie the saddest tragedies-disease and suffering, unwished childbirth, heartbreak and death.
From Problems of Conduct by Durant Drake
It is for this reason that the gift of old age is unwished for, and the prospect of future life without encouragement.
From Some Private Views by James Payn
And now, full near, the hour unwished for drew When fond, Sephora hoped to see her wed; And, for 'twould else expire, impatient grew To renovate her race from beauteous Egla's bed.
From Zophiel A Poem by Maria Gowen Brooks
Why, now you have unwished five thousand men," said the king laughing, "and that pleases me more than to wish us one more.
From Royal Children of English History by E. (Edith) Nesbit
Elsie was extremely irritated by this unwished for interview.
From Little Lost Sister by Virginia Brooks
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