unintended

/ ˌʌnɪnˈtɛndɪd /

adjective

1. not intended; unplanned

Example Sentences

Backers of the the bill had been hoping to address what they described as “unintended consequences” created by Measure ULA, arguing that the higher taxes sparked a slowdown in local housing production.

From Los Angeles Times

"We need to ensure any policy decisions that are taken are mindful of the potential unintended consequences," said Dunshea.

From BBC

And the more you know jokes you see from later in the seasons, the more you’re coming at it with an unintended awareness of what’s to come.

From Los Angeles Times

Only 20% said their agents had never performed an unintended action.

From BBC

"Focusing on ending plastic pollution should be the priority here, not ending plastic production," he added, warning that attempts to substitute plastics with other materials could lead to "unintended consequences".

From BBC

Related Words

• accidental 
• inadvertent 
• unexpected 
• unforeseen 
• unplanned