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

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

The adulation seems to have an intoxicating effect on the usually grounded Wayne, sending him on an uncharacteristic flight of rhetorical fancy.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove