as in outstanding
not yet paid
my goal is to have no unpaid balances on my credit cards
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Recent Examples of unpaid
The case involved four lawyers total, who were fighting over unpaid legal fees.
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Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 11 June 2026
The 7th Circuit ruled for Nawara, arguing the exam was improper and that the county should pay him back for his time spent on unpaid leave.
—A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
Love and daydreaming are a respite from dirty dishes and unpaid bills.
—Linnie Greene, Pitchfork, 10 June 2026
Many employees will also be forced to take unpaid furloughs.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 June 2026
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Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 11 June 2026
The 7th Circuit ruled for Nawara, arguing the exam was improper and that the county should pay him back for his time spent on unpaid leave.
—A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
Love and daydreaming are a respite from dirty dishes and unpaid bills.
—Linnie Greene, Pitchfork, 10 June 2026
Many employees will also be forced to take unpaid furloughs.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for unpaid
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unpaid
Adjective
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The near-perfect conditions affected each vineyard parcel and variety differently, but the result is outstanding across the board.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
14 June 2026
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Your Carolyn Bessette is outstanding.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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At that time, 78% of those benefits will be payable if lawmakers take no action.—
Lorie Konish,
CNBC,
15 June 2026
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Otherwise, the fee is $15 per animal, payable by cash or check.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2026
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“Unpaid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unpaid. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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