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prototypical

[proh-tuh-tip-i-kuhl] / ˌproʊ təˈtɪp ɪ kəl /


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The prototypical such action occurred in 2016, when he orchestrated Tesla’s purchase of his SolarCity for $2.8 billion, a 35% premium from the latter’s trading price.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

“Ms. Javice’s case is not the prototypical type of fraud case,” her defense attorney argued.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 12, 2025

With her taut jawline, blazing white teeth and recently slimmed-down physique, she has embraced the prototypical Housewife look.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2024

In 1987, David Letterman was taping his late-night show in Las Vegas before rowdy audiences of mostly young men in preppy pullovers and muscle shirts — prototypical bros raised on “Porky’s.”

From New York Times • Jun. 19, 2024

Scoob had to climb up to be a prototypical knight and lead her back down.

From "Clean Getaway" by Nic Stone




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