Random word

Get to know Unsure better with 10+ real example sentences, the meaning and synonyms like uncertain or timid.

Less frequent word

Unsure in a sentence

Related words

Unsure | Unsureness

Unsure meaning

  1. uncertain, ambivalent.
  2. unstable or precarious

Synonyms of Unsure

uncertain timid shy diffident certain sure hesitant groping dubious doubtful ambivalent incertain unconfident

Related words

Other words often associated with Unsure or its synonyms:

confident positive foreordained destined convinced fated bound questionable doomed unsettled start timorous

Using Unsure

  • The main meaning on this page is: uncertain, ambivalent. | unstable or precarious
  • Useful related words include: uncertain, timid, shy, diffident.
  • In the example corpus, unsure often appears in combinations such as: unsure of, are unsure, unsure if.

Context around Unsure

  • Average sentence length in these examples: 22.4 words
  • Position in the sentence: 4 start, 7 middle, 9 end
  • Sentence types: 19 statements, 1 questions, 0 exclamations

Often before:

now 1× initially 1× celebration 1× either 1×

Often after:

adventure 1×

Sentence patterns with Unsure

These short patterns come directly from the example sentences and show how the word is often embedded:

and are unsure what happened 1× are either unsure or are 1× are you unsure between a 1× future is unsure 1× genuine and unsure of what 1× government is unsure what s 1× he is unsure if they 1× he was unsure of the 1×

Sentence openings and endings

Common sentence openings:

a choice many 1× a further 19 1× a new press 1× a spokesperson for 1× a young woman 1× additionally many local 1×

Common sentence endings:

and successful manner 1× back in america 1× dropping someone off 1× future is unsure 1× he deserved attention 1× in that situation 1×

Words around Unsure

Just before it in the word index:

unsuppressed 4 unsupportive 10 unsupported 81 unsupportably 2 unsupportable 5 unsupplied 2

Just after it in the word index:

unsureness 3 unsurmountable 5 unsurpassable 4 unsurpassed 34 unsurprised 18 unsurprising 155

Similar in corpus frequency:

admitting 840 barred 840 columns 840 courtroom 840 jurors 840 merchant 840

Corpus analysis for Unsure

  • In this selection, "unsure" usually appears near the end of the sentence. The average example has 22.4 words, and this corpus slice is mostly made up of statements.
  • Around the word, now, initially, celebration and adventure stand out and add context to how "unsure" is used.
  • Recognizable usage signals include and are unsure what happened and are either unsure or are. That gives this page its own corpus information beyond isolated example sentences.
  • By corpus frequency, "unsure" sits close to words such as admitting, barred and columns, which helps place it inside the broader word index.

Example types with unsure

The same corpus examples are grouped by length and sentence type, making it easier to see the contexts in which the word appears:

Short example sentences

A further 19% of those surveyed said they were unsure. (10 words)

But he insisted that he was unsure when more stock would become available. (13 words)

But that means that one-third of Democrats are either unsure or are opposed. (14 words)

Longer example sentences

Barrett says he is unsure if they want to make a business for Save a Life Stations, but hopes that seeing the kits will inspire others to create their own solutions to help combat overdoses in their communities. (38 words)

Additionally, many local African businesses desire to build economic links with the United Kingdom, but many are unsure how to reach out to potential partners in an efficient and successful manner. (31 words)

At one point, doctors were even unsure if they would allow Duke to complete his final picture, in which he played an old gunslinger with cancer opposite James Stewart. (29 words)

Question examples

Are you still hesitant after that, and are you unsure between a number of parties? (15 words)

Example sentences (20)

Unsure if the will was genuine, and unsure of what to do, Dummar left the will at the LDS Church office.

A choice many cinematic characters are faced with, Eilis must choose between a predictable life she knows back home or embarking on an unsure adventure back in America.

Additionally, many local African businesses desire to build economic links with the United Kingdom, but many are unsure how to reach out to potential partners in an efficient and successful manner.

Afterwards, MacLean admitted he’s now unsure of what’s supposed to happen in that situation.

A further 19% of those surveyed said they were unsure.

AN email gateway system that supports some ACT government ICT systems has been hacked but the government is unsure what’s been breached.

A new press release notes that the band was initially "unsure" about moving forward after Rossington's death.

Are you still hesitant after that, and are you unsure between a number of parties?

Advertentie

As Andy approached the hotel, which is located on the airport grounds, he was unsure of the arrangements for dropping someone off.

A spokesperson for Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service said: "We did not find the rider and are unsure what happened to the person.

At one point, doctors were even unsure if they would allow Duke to complete his final picture, in which he played an old gunslinger with cancer opposite James Stewart.

At times in the first half, Torquay had been poor, sloppy and unsure on the ball.

At under $1,000, the Layla memory foam mattress offers a ton of value, especially if you’re unsure whether you want a soft or firm mattress (or both).

A young woman is unsure of what to do after her boyfriend told her he doesn’t love her anymore but would still like to be with her.

Barrett says he is unsure if they want to make a business for Save a Life Stations, but hopes that seeing the kits will inspire others to create their own solutions to help combat overdoses in their communities.

Breed, a local of Powder Springs, Ga., beforehand introduced his intention to stick with the staff regardless of the teaching change, however his future is unsure.

But, a few weeks before his birthday, he confessed to being a “little nervous” about the celebration, unsure why he deserved attention.

But he insisted that he was unsure when more stock would become available.

But that means that one-third of Democrats are either unsure or are opposed.

But the warlord has always infamously worn his watches on his right wrist - leaving many questioning why he would be unsure of its place.

Advertentie

Common combinations with unsure

These word pairs occur most frequently in English texts:

Frequently asked questions

How do you use "unsure" in a sentence?
An example: "Unsure if the will was genuine, and unsure of what to do, Dummar left the will at the LDS Church office." This page contains 10+ example sentences with the word "unsure" from authentic English texts.
What does "unsure" mean?
Unsure means: uncertain, ambivalent.
What are synonyms of "unsure"?
Common synonyms of "unsure" include: uncertain, timid, shy, diffident, certain, sure, hesitant, groping. Plus 5 more synonyms.
How many example sentences with "unsure" are there?
Voorbeeldzinnen.info contains at least 10+ example sentences with "unsure", drawn from a database of millions of English sentences.