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Unawares

usgb/ˌʌnəˈwerz/Volume
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Sudden EventsPlay
Use 'unawares' to describe being surprised by something happening quickly and without warning. SlideThe sudden downpour caught me unawares.
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Impacts ReactionsPlay
Usually implies a reaction is needed when something happens unawares, like dodging a ball. SlideI had to jump back unawares when the ball headed my direction.
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No Time to PreparePlay
Emphasizes an absence of time to prepare for an event or action. SlideThe quiz took the class unawares.
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