unwisely

Example Sentences

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Instead, she unwisely took a soapy dishcloth to your table, which probably made the stain worse.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 22, 2026

Maye even, perhaps unwisely, admits to not especially enjoying his wife's pistachio bread -- before quickly showering her other culinary offerings with praise.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

The banks then invested the funds unwisely, often lending to connected elites to engage in speculation and big construction projects.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

It's in no one's interests, least of all those of the estimated 200 people caught up in crises, for money to be spent unwisely.

From BBC • Dec. 29, 2025

“I think she should. It’s Christmas Eve dinner,” Oliver reminded her, perhaps unwisely.

From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser