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unfortunate

Prononciation : [ʌnˈfɔːrtʃənət]

Mot

Contexte : « event or situation »

(adjective) when something bad or unlucky happens. If you spill your drink or miss the bus, you might say that’s unfortunate. It means that something didn’t go as you hoped.

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It was unfortunate that they couldn’t come to the party, but we still had fun.

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It was unfortunate when the team lost the game after trying so hard.

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What unfortunate events have happened to you recently?

Contexte : « relationship or feeling »

(adjective) used to describe someone or something that is considered unlucky or in an unfortunate situation. It shows care or sympathy for someone who is having a hard time.

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She felt unfortunate when she lost her favorite toy, but her friends helped her feel better.

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He did not think it was unfortunate when his prank backfired.

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Do you think it's unfortunate when people don't apologize?

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