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unannounced

Unannounced (adj) means happening or arriving without prior notice. Example: “Her in-laws showed up unannounced on a Sunday morning.”

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Happening or arriving without prior notice.
"Her in-laws showed up unannounced on a Sunday morning."

How to use unannounced

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In plain EnglishWithout warning beforehand.

Common pairings
arrive unannounced an unannounced visit unannounced inspection
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What does “unannounced” mean?

The word “unannounced” means happening or arriving without prior notice. In plain terms, without warning beforehand.

How do you use “unannounced” in a sentence?

Here is “unannounced” used in a sentence: “Her in-laws showed up unannounced on a Sunday morning.”

What part of speech is “unannounced”?

“Unannounced” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of unannounced?

"unannounced" (adj) means happening or arriving without prior notice.

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