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unappealing

British  
/ ˌʌnəˈpiːlɪŋ /

adjective

  1. not attractive or pleasing

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“Truck driving is an unappealing profession for many Americans but it remains an attractive opportunity for recent immigrants to this country,” said Greg Reed, a transportation attorney with expertise in regulatory and legislative issues.

From The Wall Street Journal

When the name change to MS NOW was announced in October, the network’s internal research showed 31% of viewers found the idea somewhat unappealing or very unappealing, a warning light for what might be ahead.

From Los Angeles Times

Other sovereign bond markets outside the U.S. also are unappealing, because they would suffer if the U.S.

From MarketWatch

In June 2024, the Enterprises and their partners filed a $600 million lawsuit, accusing Shvo of shoddy construction that left the club “dimly lit and aesthetically unappealing”— and burdened by leaky showers.

From The Wall Street Journal

Soon, he begins refusing all work, declaring, in the face of unappealing tasks: “I would prefer not to.”

From The Wall Street Journal