Next
Next adverb - At the time or occasion immediately following.
Unexpectedly and next are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Unexpectedly" instead an adverb "Next".
Unexpectedly
Unexpectedly adverb - Without warning.
Next and unexpectedly are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Next" instead an adverb "Unexpectedly".
Nearby Words: unexpected, unexpectedness
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- His next one turns out slightly better, in that they unexpectedly run into an ally instead of an enemy.
Source: Unwanted Assistance - In the next chapter, Jake unexpectedly teaches Grace's son to overcome his visual impairment.
Source: And Your Reward Is Edible - Somewhat hilariously, they are found out in the very next episode, when Sándor's father shows up unexpectedly and sees Tamas being called "Sándor" by everyone.
Source: Playing Sick
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