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unusual

[uhn-yoo-zhoo-uhl, -yoozh-wuhl] / ʌnˈju ʒu əl, -ˈjuʒ wəl /


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These unusual explosions could also help explain a chemical abundance pattern observed among stars in the Milky Way, according to a recent study published in The Astrophysical Journal.

From Science Daily Aug. 1, 2026

The disagreement between Burgum and Pirro, two longtime loyalists of the president, marked an unusual example of the administration feuding publicly with itself.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 1, 2026

All of their real voices are heard, which McShane says is unusual.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 31, 2026

That number of dissents is unusual and illustrative of the challenge the Fed faces in bringing inflation back down to its two-percent target -- a level it hasn't hit in more than five years.

From Barron's Jul. 31, 2026

But below the surface, the sea was very unusual.

From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown




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