as in undesirable
not wanted or needed
unwanted attention an unwanted suitor
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Recent Examples of unwanted
The row over the rebate may have other unwanted side-effects.
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Ian King, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
The transformer upgrades in both the A15+ and A25+ amplifiers reduce unwanted current within the chassis.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
With extra radiation, of course there are going to be extra, unwanted electrical signals within the camera, but what’s more troubling is the features that persist even when there’s no longer active radiation affecting the camera.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 3 Sep. 2025
Generally, the small, sticker-like bandages used to cover and heal unwanted spots come in all different shapes and sizes with varying degrees of effectiveness.
—Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
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Ian King, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
The transformer upgrades in both the A15+ and A25+ amplifiers reduce unwanted current within the chassis.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
With extra radiation, of course there are going to be extra, unwanted electrical signals within the camera, but what’s more troubling is the features that persist even when there’s no longer active radiation affecting the camera.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 3 Sep. 2025
Generally, the small, sticker-like bandages used to cover and heal unwanted spots come in all different shapes and sizes with varying degrees of effectiveness.
—Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unwanted
Adjective
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Stadiums must be domed for the simple reason that the Super Bowl occurring in February, which could be terrible for many of the states that experience rain, snow, and more undesirable weather for playing football.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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Despite its cultural and commercial power, nostalgia can also have undesirable effects.—
Kian Bakhtiari,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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If one employee spots profanity or offensive language in an application, then it is sent to another employee, and possibly moved up the chain.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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The preseason play wasn’t encouraging, and Canales’ decision to rest the starters in the exhibition finale looks even more puzzling in hindsight, especially after the offensive group produced three three-and-outs and one touchdown drive.—
DIAMOND VENCES,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The couple quickly began receiving death threats and obscene phone calls.—
Johnny Dodd,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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Banners or signs may not be commercial in nature or obscene, or cause any disturbance to other fans.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Increase your fiber intake slowly and drink plenty of water to reduce unpleasant side effects like cramping and bloating.—
Courtney Southwick,
Health,
8 Sep. 2025
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Any unpleasant government decision—such as the August order blocking voice calls on WhatsApp and Telegram, on the pretext of preventing scams and terrorist activity—tends to be perceived mostly with passive discontent and immediate adaptation with the search for alternative practical solutions.—
ANDREI KOLESNIKOV,
Foreign Affairs,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Unwanted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unwanted. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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