uncharacteristic
Britishadjective
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not typical or usual
Example Sentences
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While the new conclusion made some sense for Andie — a lovestruck teenager still trying to balance perspective with hormones — Iona altering her appearance so drastically for a man remains uncharacteristic.
From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026
In 2022, she slipped had an uncharacteristic fall.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026
In photographing the interviewees, cinematographers Frederick Elmes and Joe Kelly favor odd angles and dramatic lighting uncharacteristic of traditional talking-head documentaries.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026
Rookie running back Omarion Hampton made it 20-16 with a rushing touchdown late in the fourth quarter before Dicker compounded his uncharacteristic day with a missed extra point.
From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025
The lips, nearly colorless, are set in an expression of uncharacteristic haughtiness.
From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri
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