uncharacteristic

Example Sentences

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Kildunne, who departed shortly after half-time, had struggled against the Wallaroos and made a number of uncharacteristic errors.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Some were uncharacteristic misses on open chances, Lakers coach JJ Redick conceded, but he commended his players for making the majority of Edwards’ chances difficult.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

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

In photographing the interviewees, cinematographers Frederick Elmes and Joe Kelly favor odd angles and dramatic lighting uncharacteristic of traditional talking-head documentaries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026

For some reason resorting to uncharacteristic, bookish language.

From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy