unharmed

adjective

un·​harmed ˌən-ˈhärmd How to pronounce unharmed (audio)
: not harmed : safe, unscathed
The missing boy was returned to his home unharmed.
Film and paint companies are using computers to design dyes that will survive sunlight but leave humans unharmed.The New York Times

Examples of unharmed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Although a kidnapping is undeniably a high-stress situation, staying as calm as possible can increase your chances of escaping unharmed, both experts said. Christina Coulter, Fox News, 31 May 2024 Her father was unharmed while an unknown 24-year-old man was wounded, per the outlet. Nicole Acosta, Peoplemag, 28 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for unharmed 

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unharmed was in the 14th century

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“Unharmed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unharmed. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.

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