as in novel
not known or experienced before
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Recent Examples of unprecedented
In an unprecedented move, Miami Beach officials closed access to nonresidents at three access points - the MacArthur, Tuttle and Venetian causeways - and waits for ID checks were long.
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Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
For the 38-year-old Djokovic, his lopsided loss brought an end to his latest bid for an eighth Wimbledon title — which would tie the men’s mark held by Roger Federer — and an unprecedented 25th major trophy in all.
—Howard Fendrich, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
And, yes, those sorts of things aren’t ideal for a 38-year-old seeking an unprecedented 25th Grand Slam title.
—Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2025
Hello Sunshine founder Reese Witherspoon will return to kick off the program for fans, who will enjoy unprecedented access to entertainment and talent from Hello Sunshine.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 10 July 2025
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Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
For the 38-year-old Djokovic, his lopsided loss brought an end to his latest bid for an eighth Wimbledon title — which would tie the men’s mark held by Roger Federer — and an unprecedented 25th major trophy in all.
—Howard Fendrich, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
And, yes, those sorts of things aren’t ideal for a 38-year-old seeking an unprecedented 25th Grand Slam title.
—Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2025
Hello Sunshine founder Reese Witherspoon will return to kick off the program for fans, who will enjoy unprecedented access to entertainment and talent from Hello Sunshine.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unprecedented
Adjective
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But in reality, many of the most successful companies didn’t start with novel inventions.—
Abdo Riani,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Her novel Tongue was published in English by Bloomsbury in 2009.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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The veteran outfielder has been trying to adjust to a new role as a platoon DH this season.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
12 July 2025
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The mayor has yet to internalize how much City Hall’s elaborate bait-and-switch on voters in winning approval of much-higher-than-promised new trash fees on 226,000-plus single-family homes has damaged his reputation.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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Ali spends a good chunk of time confused by the strange words whirling around him.—
Christopher J. Yates
July 9,
Literary Hub,
9 July 2025
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Once it’s set, however, the song hits that midpoint launch, and the visuals take off with it, careening into a kaleidoscopic burst of moshing, shredding, and seemingly unfettered euphoria that quickly descends into strange violence and cannibalistic chaos.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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Being sent to an unfamiliar war zone far from their countries of origin, families or communities must feel like another criminal sentence.—
Elizabeth Shackelford,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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During a recent board meeting, Myers used AI to clarify unfamiliar terms instead of raising her hand to ask questions.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Everything then was fresh, local, and far more creative than people of today can even imagine.—
James Dodson
July 7,
Literary Hub,
7 July 2025
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The full menu features ten alcoholic and ten no-low ABV serves, each carefully modernized using advanced techniques, refined ingredients, and a fresh approach to balance and presentation.—
Amber Love Bond,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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And then there’s the allure of a choir that offered unheard-of opportunities for young women back then, during a moment that saw the Czech Republic and other former Eastern Bloc countries looking beyond the Iron Curtain.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
7 July 2025
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Injuries by these fish are rare but not unheard-of.—
Dan Radel,
USA Today,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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The current lineup of Jay & The Americans has one original member, 82-year-old harmony vocalist Sandy Deane Yaguda.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 July 2025
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Similar to the original series, Shippuden’s staggering block of 500 episodes is best enjoyed interspersed with the feature films.—
Declan Gallagher,
EW.com,
12 July 2025
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“Unprecedented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unprecedented. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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