rara avis
Example Sentences
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"I have very little respect for politicians of any persuasion, but Margaret is that rara avis, a dedicated, honest and committed representative of the people of Hong Kong," Sarony wrote.
From Reuters • Jan. 31, 2022
Out of the box, “Sesame Street” was a rara avis: a mass-market hit on public TV, a kids’ show with sophistication and a wild countercultural energy.
From New York Times • Dec. 12, 2021
Which is all to say that even if you haven’t heard of her, she is that rara avis of Hollywood: a working actor.
From Washington Post • Feb. 20, 2015
Camera dollies around to appraise the man’s face—bold glasses framing an active gaze, a strong nose like the beak of a rara avis.
From Slate • Apr. 4, 2014
Wickersham, whose full head of silver hair, mustache, and chiseled good looks made him resemble a misplaced Marlboro man, was a rara avis even by Sing Sing standards.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
