characteristically
Example Sentences
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Amazingly, the Mets did win, but characteristically, they failed to found a dynasty.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026
What’s Next: It will take time to ramp up production, but Musk’s timeline for the Terafab is characteristically aggressive, with initial semiconductor production projected for late 2027 and volume production for 2028.
From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026
“That will be a challenge for me,” said the characteristically even-keeled Pegula after defeating former French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko in the third round on Monday.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026
Donald Trump's objectives have veered and changed, characteristically.
From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026
Rather characteristically, he pretended not to see us until we were so close it was impossible for him to ignore us any longer.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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