the unknown
noun
: a place, situation, or thing that is not known about or understood
explorers venturing off into the unknown
: a situation that one is unfamiliar with
A fear of the unknown kept her from changing jobs.
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Those who cultivate courage—who are willing to step into the unknown, embrace discomfort, and make bold moves—will not only survive the storm but emerge from it stronger than ever.
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Margie Warrell, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
Either way, durability is always the unknown with Robert.
—Mark Joseph, Newsweek, 22 Feb. 2025
Seraphina’s abduction, as well as the circumstances surrounding the death of the unknown man discovered at her home, are both being investigated, the sheriff’s office said.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 16 Feb. 2025
The second issue is the unknown size of alien microbes.
—Ars Technica, 12 Feb. 2025
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Margie Warrell, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
Either way, durability is always the unknown with Robert.
—Mark Joseph, Newsweek, 22 Feb. 2025
Seraphina’s abduction, as well as the circumstances surrounding the death of the unknown man discovered at her home, are both being investigated, the sheriff’s office said.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 16 Feb. 2025
The second issue is the unknown size of alien microbes.
—Ars Technica, 12 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for the unknown
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“The unknown.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20unknown. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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