unaffecting

adjective

Definition of unaffectingnext
as in unemotional

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  1. unemotional
  2. unimpressive
  3. detached
  4. dispassionate
Adjective
  • However, any moments that would be guaranteed to be grim end up being almost benign, as dead bodies are intact, have strangely unemotional, open-eyed faces, and almost seem like mannequins buried under mud and sand.
    — Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • And nearly all the action on the outcome is one-sided, which is rare because sportsbooks often see unemotional, respected wagers that simply prioritize profit.
    — Doug Kezirian, New York Times, 1 July 2026
Definition of unemotional
Adjective
  • Smith and the Jets’ offense were unimpressive during both joint practices against the Buccaneers.
    — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • During an unimpressive Atlanta debut Friday, Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa fumbled a shotgun snap and fell on it, ending the play.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of unimpressive
Adjective
  • Her detached limb is later shown lying on the ground as the violent confrontation between the two versions of Burke continues.
    — Krystie Lee Yandoli, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The new Garage Tilt Sensor and Outdoor Contact Sensor are built for places where standard indoor contact sensors don't really make sense, including garage doors, garden gates, sheds, storage units and detached garages.
    — Paul Lamkin, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of detached
Adjective
  • But dispassionate common sense is not what left-wing ideology breeds.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Though quietly caring and possessing rich inner worlds, both King and Etna are dispassionate narrators.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of dispassionate
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