as in unprecedented
not known or experienced before
houses selling at unheard-of prices
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Recent Examples of unheard-of
The following season, Bull netted another 50 times as Wolves won the Third Division title and their leading goalscorer was called up to the England squad — almost unheard-of for a player from what these days is called League One.
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Steve Madeley, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Iñárritu kept the momentum pushing forward with The Revenant and managed the unheard-of feat of winning back-to-back directing Oscars.
—Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2025
Incarceration is not an unheard-of tactic in Turkey to silence opposition figures.
—Ahmet T. Kuru, The Conversation, 19 Mar. 2025
He was given an unheard-of seven-year contract to build the next great Penguins team.
—Rob Rossi, The Athletic, 13 Mar. 2025
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Steve Madeley, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Iñárritu kept the momentum pushing forward with The Revenant and managed the unheard-of feat of winning back-to-back directing Oscars.
—Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2025
Incarceration is not an unheard-of tactic in Turkey to silence opposition figures.
—Ahmet T. Kuru, The Conversation, 19 Mar. 2025
He was given an unheard-of seven-year contract to build the next great Penguins team.
—Rob Rossi, The Athletic, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unheard-of
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He was elected pope in 2013 after the almost unprecedented retirement of his predecessor, Pope Benedict XVI.—
Caitlin McFall,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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The organization cited, among its other materials, a letter from Senator Mark Warner detailing the unprecedented secrecy shrouding DOGE’s activities.—
Dell Cameron,
Wired News,
21 Apr. 2025
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To keep it looking full and fresh all season, the manufacturer suggests a novel tip—just hit it with a hairdryer on low for effortless dusting.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Apr. 2025
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On March 27, 2025, the 21-year-old company quietly announced a new feature on its mobile app: an option that would give users the novel experience of seeing their friends’ content on Facebook.—
Steven Levy,
Wired News,
18 Apr. 2025
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If some readers were befuddled by Mr. Holland’s strange and magical imagery, graphic artists were entranced.—
Penelope Green,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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These stores typically feature eclectic collections of oddities, collectibles, curiosities, and decorative items that appeal to collectors and enthusiasts of the strange and unique.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Apr. 2025
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For example, some autistic adults are more comfortable spending time with family and lifelong friends, while others may feel more comfortable socializing with unfamiliar people.—
Heidi Moawad, MD,
Verywell Health,
18 Apr. 2025
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As for the identity of Aradia herself, the name is unfamiliar to contemporary speakers of the dialects spoken in the Tuscany and Romagna regions that Leland allegedly visited.—
Angelica Frey,
JSTOR Daily,
18 Apr. 2025
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Season 5 to explore new relationship, show creator says While some may still be rooting for Emily to patch things up with Gabriel, the focus of this upcoming season will be Emily's relationship with Marcello, Star told Tudum.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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First discovered: 4 hours ago, 12:37 p.m. April 18 Initial location: San Mateo County, Calif. Fire type: Wildfire Fire name: Hill Ic A new wildfire was reported today at 12:37 p.m. in San Mateo County.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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