unsurprising

adjective

un·​sur·​pris·​ing ˌən-sər-ˈprī-ziŋ How to pronounce unsurprising (audio)
ˌən-sə-
: not surprising or unexpected

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The speed with which their bipartisan intentions fall apart is as remarkable, even if the result is unsurprising. Ben Travers, IndieWire, 28 Jan. 2025 The auction house has high hopes for the sports car, which is unsurprising considering its condition and rarity. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 24 Jan. 2025 Their preference for small-town America is unsurprising as the trend of over-tourism and seeking Instagram-worthy spots are dying out for Gen Z members in 2025, experts told Newsweek. Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025 Special teams, meanwhile, have improved marginally, but already were solid under Richardson — unsurprising, given the assistant coaches have not changed. Mark Lazerus, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for unsurprising 

Word History

First Known Use

1671, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unsurprising was in 1671

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“Unsurprising.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unsurprising. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.

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