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Unsound

usgb/ˌʌnˈsaʊnd/Volume
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Physical Safety

Use 'unsound' to describe things that could collapse or break, posing danger.

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Walking on the unsound ice is risky.
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Avoid for People

'Unsound' is rarely used for people unless discussing their plans or ideas.

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He has unsound plans for the business.
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Serious Concern

Describing something as 'unsound' implies a serious issue, not just a small defect.

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They condemned the unsound structure after the earthquake.
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