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as in paralyzed
to deprive of courage or confidence
the near crash of the airliner was a completely unmanning experience for the passengers
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as in discouraged
to lessen the courage or confidence of
players who wouldn't let themselves be unmanned by the loss of a single game
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Recent Examples of unmanned
Greg Cote
february 3, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
The use of unmanned combat systems has evolved in the past 2 decades from a one-off, expensive system launched from expensive platforms, to very low cost autonomous drones ($25-50K), UUVs (Unmanned Underwater Vehicles), autonomous ships and ground vehicles.
—Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
No Drone Zones are areas where unmanned aerial vehicles are prohibited or require a permit from a government agency before a licensed operator can fly their drone.
—Noe Padilla, USA Today, 30 Jan. 2026
According to the defense policy think tank, the Jamestown Foundation, Ukraine has turned into a world leader in unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), allowing the country’s military to coordinate robotic warfare while reducing casualties.
—Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 29 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Operations will include counter-unmanned aerial systems -- anti-drone technology -- such as low-altitude helicopter radiation monitoring by the National Nuclear Security Administration.
—Greg Cote
february 3, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
The use of unmanned combat systems has evolved in the past 2 decades from a one-off, expensive system launched from expensive platforms, to very low cost autonomous drones ($25-50K), UUVs (Unmanned Underwater Vehicles), autonomous ships and ground vehicles.
—Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
No Drone Zones are areas where unmanned aerial vehicles are prohibited or require a permit from a government agency before a licensed operator can fly their drone.
—Noe Padilla, USA Today, 30 Jan. 2026
According to the defense policy think tank, the Jamestown Foundation, Ukraine has turned into a world leader in unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), allowing the country’s military to coordinate robotic warfare while reducing casualties.
—Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unmanned
Adjective
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Bondi had a binder at the ready of stats and crime summaries ready to hurl at lawmakers during the contentious hearing, but members are unnerved that DOJ apparently tracked their searches to have at the ready.—
The Hill,
The Hill,
12 Feb. 2026
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Wall Street is coming off a losing week after increasing geopolitical tensions unnerved investors.—
Sean Conlon,Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
25 Jan. 2026
Verb
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At times paralyzed by self-doubt and criticism, Donatella believed in the life-changing magic of a great cocktail dress (or a good hair day) to elevate or protect yourself.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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While one of his victims, 19-year-old Darrell Cabey, was paralyzed and suffered permanent brain damage in the shooting, he and the other victims were villainized, even receiving piles of hate mail.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
4 Feb. 2026
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Even so, he was discouraged from pursuing a career in music.—
Jim Dudlicek,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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Some borrowers have become discouraged by the wait, experts say.—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Kartik Research captured the boho mood in a range of straight-leg jeans with undone hems.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Feb. 2026
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The relaxed fit of Seyfried’s blazer gave the elevated wardrobe staple a more undone, effortless feel.—
Kaelin Dodge,
InStyle,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Konstantin, 4, a sociable boy, is often frightened by loud noises and guards, his parents said.—
Mike Hixenbaugh,
NBC news,
13 Feb. 2026
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This is no longer about ideology, this is about standing up for those who are being wrongly arrested, being unfairly harassed or being made to feel constantly frightened in their own homes.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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Florida House Republicans, who assembled a redistricting committee last summer, have been frustrated by the slower pace set by DeSantis.—
Michael Van Sickler,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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Ava Mattox, 32, was looking to connect with other readers, frustrated by how few Americans read for pleasure these days.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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But on the day the deal closed last week, Esnard sounded less jubilant and more exhausted.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
9 Feb. 2026
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Marc Maron, who helmed his engaging and transgressive interview show WTF for 13 years, is a Jersey Boy who sounds plaintive and exhausted.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Feb. 2026
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That scream likely scared off the man who showed no signs of backing off.—
Jermont Terry,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Broadly, more IPOs are expected this year, thanks to interest rate cuts and a large backlog of companies that have been scared off by market volatility and recession fears.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Unmanned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unmanned. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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