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UK//ʌnˈfɔːtʃənət əˈkʌrəns//US//ʌnˈfɔrtʃənət əˈkɜrəns//

Meaning of Unfortunate occurrence

An event that has a negative impact or outcome.

In simple words: A bad event or situation that happens.

Unfortunate occurrence in a sentence

  • The unfortunate occurrence of the power outage disrupted the entire event.
  • An unfortunate occurrence damaged the road during the heavy storm last night.
  • The report detailed an unfortunate occurrence that affected many residents.
  • We learned about the unfortunate occurrence at the conference last week.
  • This unfortunate occurrence will be addressed in the upcoming meeting.

How to use Unfortunate occurrence

Use in formal discussions about mishaps or negative events. Avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'unfortunate' as 'un-lucky' and 'occurrence' as 'happening' – a bad happening.

Related words

Collocations with Unfortunate occurrence

  • report an unfortunate occurrence
  • citing an unfortunate occurrence
  • react to an unfortunate occurrence

Synonyms for Unfortunate occurrence

Common mistakes with Unfortunate occurrence

  • Using it in a humorous context when it is serious.
  • Confusing it with 'unfortunate circumstance'.
  • Overusing it in light conversations.

Compare Unfortunate occurrence with Incident, Accident, Event

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Frequently asked questions about Unfortunate occurrence

What does Unfortunate occurrence mean?

A bad event or situation that happens.

What is the definition of Unfortunate occurrence?

An event that has a negative impact or outcome.

How do you use Unfortunate occurrence in a sentence?

The unfortunate occurrence of the power outage disrupted the entire event.

Can you give another example of Unfortunate occurrence?

An unfortunate occurrence damaged the road during the heavy storm last night.

What are synonyms for Unfortunate occurrence?

Common alternatives include mishap, incident, accident, event, unlucky happening.

What words go with Unfortunate occurrence?

It commonly pairs with report an unfortunate occurrence, citing an unfortunate occurrence, react to an unfortunate occurrence.

What are common mistakes when using Unfortunate occurrence?

Using it in a humorous context when it is serious. Confusing it with 'unfortunate circumstance'. Overusing it in light conversations.

How do you pronounce Unfortunate occurrence?

US: //ʌnˈfɔrtʃənət əˈkɜrəns//, UK: //ʌnˈfɔːtʃənət əˈkʌrəns//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Unfortunate occurrence?

Use in formal discussions about mishaps or negative events. Avoid in casual conversations.