incongruous

Example Sentences

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It is a somewhat incongruous location for a visit by Pope Leo who, like Francis, has prioritised the poor and marginalised.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

Julie is intended as a fairly good-natured, warmly attractive and decidedly incongruous gunslinger.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 18, 2025

It is an incongruous scene, which belies the political significance of the location.

From BBC • Aug. 5, 2025

But the exceptional nature of McDonald’s gifts strikes an incongruous note.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2025

The room suited my father perfectly: it was larger than life and wonderfully incongruous.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover