uncharacteristic

Example Sentences

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English said she did not remember receiving the email, and it was "uncharacteristic" of conversations she had had with Behr.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 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

Herbert, still searching for his first postseason victory after his third defeat Sunday, showed up in uncharacteristic fashion against the Patriots.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2026

General Motors stock is doing something highly uncharacteristic: beating the stock market.

From Barron's • Dec. 26, 2025

The lips, nearly colorless, are set in an expression of uncharacteristic haughtiness.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri