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unusual

[uhn-yoo-zhoo-uhl, -yoozh-wuhl] / ʌnˈyu ʒu əl, -ˈyuʒ wəl /


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Tijerina responded that if the motion carried, it would only start the negotiation process, before noting how unusual it was to re-rank proposals for a contract like this.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Anyone experiencing ringing or other unusual sounds in their ears should consider a hearing evaluation, Price said.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

But the decision isn’t unusual among the larger universe of U.S. colleges and universities.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

In the early races, this led to unusual behaviour, such as drivers lifting off the throttle and coasting on qualifying laps, as well as recovering energy while on full throttle.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

This was so unusual that right away Mama knew something was wrong.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls




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