uncharacteristic

Example Sentences

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It was uncharacteristic for Anderson to have this sort of conversation with anybody outside of his teammates, or maybe his family.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 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

A low first-serve percentage of 41% was uncharacteristic, but she had enough pace and aggression in her groundstrokes to rush Swiatek.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 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

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

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