uncommon

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According to a survey carried out last year by the website Legal Cheek, it is not uncommon for average working days to be 12 hours or more.

From BBC

Paired with the uncommon nature of the strike, he is able to catch opponents off-guard more often with these goals - drawing comparisons with legendary Brazilian forward Romario, who was famed for his toe-poked finishes.

From BBC

His work drew a large female readership, typically uncommon for comic-book writers.

From Los Angeles Times

Coyotes, the wolf-like creatures that are native to North America, are not uncommon in the San Francisco Bay.

From BBC

Researchers say survival over such a long period is extremely uncommon for people with metastatic breast cancer, which is why the case drew renewed scientific attention.

From Science Daily