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unwanted
[uhn-won-tid, ‐-wawn‐]
adjective
not desired or needed; not wanted.
My absence generated some unwanted attention.
unwanted
/ ʌˈɒԳɪ /
adjective
not wanted or desired
an unwanted pregnancy
Word History and Origins
Origin of unwanted1
Example Sentences
Each call to 999 has to be assessed, police said, so people who do make unwanted 999 calls are asked to stay on the line to confirm they are safe.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement might make an unwanted appearance.
As the photos drew unwanted attention, the flag was unpinned from a wall and folded within a display case.
The baby bank has recently put out an urgent appeal on social media for unused and unwanted prams.
For Dr Afua, who uses the profit from his veterinary practice to fund his shelter, it is getting harder to house the unwanted animals.
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