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unplanned events

/ʌnˈplænd ɪˈvɛntz/ · un.plan.ed.events
noun
  1. Occurrences that were not previously scheduled or anticipated. The company's emergency response team was activated to handle the unplanned events caused by the sudden power outage.
  2. Unexpected situations or circumstances that arise without prior warning. The team had to adapt to the unplanned events that occurred during the project, including a change in the client's requirements and a technical issue with the software.
Did you know? The phrase 'unplanned events' is often used in project management and risk assessment to describe potential issues that may arise during a project, and to develop strategies for mitigating their impact.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 1 lookups Added Aug 7, 2026