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unpredictably

Pronunciation: [ʌnprɪˈdɪktəblɪ]

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Learn how to use unpredictably in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “behavior”

(adverb) when something happens in a way that you cannot guess or expect. If events or actions change suddenly and without warning, they are unpredictable.

Example

The weather changes unpredictably, with sunshine one moment and rain the next.

Example

The train schedule was not unpredictable; it arrived at the same time every day.

Example

Why do you think the results of the game are so unpredictable?

Context: “decision-making”

(adverb) when choices or actions are made without a clear pattern. If someone makes decisions that seem random and surprising, they are being unpredictable.

Example

She acted unpredictably by choosing to travel to a new country at the last minute.

Example

His behavior was not unpredictable; he followed his usual routine.

Example

Can you explain why your friend is being so unpredictable with their plans?

How to pronounce unpredictably

Pronunciation: [ʌnprɪˈdɪktəblɪ]

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