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unofficially
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in a manner that is not official
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without approval from a government, organization, or relevant authority
Example
The project started unofficially before the funding was fully secured.
He learned about the decision unofficially through a colleague, rather than through formal channels.
She was unofficially appointed as the team leader, although the official announcement had not been made yet.
They agreed unofficially to meet again next week to discuss further plans.
The new policy was implemented unofficially by some departments, pending approval from higher management.
