uncanny
Example Sentences
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I will never forget the uncanny feeling of staring inside my own arm.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
To put it plainly: Julian’s imitations lacked the vivacity that made his art unique, resulting in an uncanny dissonance between idea and result.
From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026
Barry’s score remains as uncanny as his sense of drama.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
Their timing has long seemed almost uncanny, leading many people to assume that ravens simply follow wolves to find food.
From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 2026
My brother was now full grown, a graceful giant with uncanny spring in his legs, and considered one of the best basketball players in the city.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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