
Unawares
Sudden Events
Use 'unawares' to describe being surprised by something happening quickly and without warning.
The sudden downpour caught me unawares.
Impacts Reactions
Usually implies a reaction is needed when something happens unawares, like dodging a ball.
I had to jump back unawares when the ball headed my direction.
No Time to Prepare
Emphasizes an absence of time to prepare for an event or action.
The quiz took the class unawares.
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