uncharacteristically
Americanadverb
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in an uncharacteristic way.
Example Sentences
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Tesla’s stock has been uncharacteristically calm as the company focuses on a series of plans that could decide its future.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026
Team USA came into the championship game with an uncharacteristically cold offense.
From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026
It was uncharacteristically experimental from Wiegman considering this was their first competitive fixture since Euro 2025 and it took time to take shape.
From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026
After an uncharacteristically nervous short program, Malinin was jumped by Japan’s Yuma Kagiyama.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026
Emma, uncharacteristically for her, was also romantic and sentimental.
From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman
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