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How to pronounce unannounced

adjectiveB2
uhnuhNOWNST

/ˌə.nəˈnaʊnst̚/

3 syllables · Stress the third syllable.

Not announced before it happens.

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Meanings & examples

adjective

Not announced before it happens.

The manager made an unannounced visit to the store.

Common phrases & grammar

unannounced visit · unannounced inspection

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