as in undesirable
not wanted or needed
unwanted attention an unwanted suitor
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Recent Examples of unwanted
The event is dedicated to helping residents safely dispose of sensitive documents and unwanted electronics while supporting environmental sustainability and local nonprofit causes, according to a press release.
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Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2025
The results highlighted a range of issues, from noise complaints and lawn battles to property damage, boundary disputes, and unwanted intrusions.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 June 2025
But the graduation festivities at the school in Carson had an ominous undertone, as word had spread ahead of the event that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement might make an unwanted appearance.
—Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2025
Removing unwanted body hair shouldn’t come at the expense of your time, wallet, or sanity.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 4 June 2025
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Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2025
The results highlighted a range of issues, from noise complaints and lawn battles to property damage, boundary disputes, and unwanted intrusions.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 June 2025
But the graduation festivities at the school in Carson had an ominous undertone, as word had spread ahead of the event that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement might make an unwanted appearance.
—Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2025
Removing unwanted body hair shouldn’t come at the expense of your time, wallet, or sanity.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 4 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unwanted
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Various lawmakers, many of whom were elected on platforms of reducing migration to Europe, are pushing to be allowed to more easily deport, surveil or otherwise control people who are considered dangerous or undesirable in Europe.—
Frey Lindsay,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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The Rockies remain on pace to break that undesirable record.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2025
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But Hinton has the build (6-6, 323 pounds) that offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland prefers at guard.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
13 June 2025
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Then, Bennett, the Panthers best player these playoffs, took a tripping penalty behind the play coming out of the offensive zone.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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The obscene cost of healthcare has pushed manufacturers offshore and kept wages stagnant for decades.—
Ro Khanna,
Twin Cities,
12 June 2025
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In Tacoma, 35 miles to the south, Ted Bundy grew up near the American Smelting and Refining Co., which disgorged obscene levels of lead and arsenic into the air while netting millions for the Guggenheim dynasty before its 1986 closure.—
Hamilton Cain,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
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People did not bathe much in those days and by spreading herbs that released pleasant aromas when walked upon, unpleasant odors could be disguised.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
12 June 2025
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There are some cool moments here, but the overall effect is unpleasant.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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“Unwanted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unwanted. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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