uncharacteristic

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Huge steps made by Red Bull this weekend but an uncharacteristic mistake on the first lap sending him into a spin left him on the back foot.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

While the new conclusion made some sense for Andie — a lovestruck teenager still trying to balance perspective with hormones — Iona altering her appearance so drastically for a man remains uncharacteristic.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

"I'll go back to the start of the Six Nations. I thought Steve made some very uncharacteristic comments about a title-decider against France, looking ahead," Jones told the Rugby Unity podcast, published on Monday.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

On Monday, Mendoza was pressured relentlessly by Miami’s fearsome pass rush and Indiana’s defense gave up an uncharacteristic 57-yard run that narrowed their lead to three early in the second half.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026

Adams responded with uncharacteristic calmness to this personal vendetta.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis