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uncalculating
uncalled-for
uncanny
uncanvassed
uncap
uncared-for
uncategorized
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unceremonious
un·cer·e·mo·ni·ous [ un sèrrə mṓnee əss ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. abrupt: sudden and rude, with no concern for politeness or good manners
2. informal: done without formality or ceremony

un·cer·e·mo·ni·ous·ly adverb
un·cer·e·mo·ni·ous·ness noun
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