uncharacteristic

Example Sentences

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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 thought Steve made some very uncharacteristic comments about a title decider against France," Japan head coach Jones added.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

In 2022, she slipped had an uncharacteristic fall.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

In photographing the interviewees, cinematographers Frederick Elmes and Joe Kelly favor odd angles and dramatic lighting uncharacteristic of traditional talking-head documentaries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026

Yet this silence was uncharacteristic even for him, and his wine was untouched.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin