be unfortunate

Frequency: 8.025.0 per million words

To exist in a state of misfortune.

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Examples (10)

  • It was an unfortunate decision to leave without saying goodbye.
  • The timing of her announcement was rather unfortunate.
  • He is unfortunate to have missed such a great opportunity.
  • I hope the weather won't be unfortunate for our picnic.
  • Some people are simply unfortunate in life, facing one challenge after another.
  • It would be quite unfortunate if the train were delayed again.
  • She was unfortunate enough to lose her passport while abroad.
  • His comment was unfortunate and caused offense to many.
  • The series of events leading to the accident was truly unfortunate.
  • To be unfortunate in love is a common theme in literature.