unforeseen

adjective

un·fore·seen ˌən-fȯr-ˈsēn

Synonyms of unforeseen next

: not anticipated or expected : not foreseen : unexpected

an unforeseen delay

unforeseen consequences

Examples of unforeseen in a Sentence

there are almost always unforeseen consequences for any major endeavor unforeseen problems delayed the project beyond its deadline

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Min walks off after becoming convinced Chris doesn’t see a future with him (Yang plays his character’s sadness and disappointment in himself with touching sincerity) and Lee feels betrayed after an unforeseen development comes to light, the result of a drunken evening. —

David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Jan. 2025 The West will likely continue to apply pressure through sanctions, but his position appears secure, barring unforeseen developments. —

Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025 Michael, the upcoming movie about Michael Jackson made in cooperation with his family, is reportedly in need of a major overhaul due to unforeseen legal reasons. —

Benjamin Vanhoose, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025 There will be unforeseen consequences on both sides. —

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