uncharacteristic

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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

Herbert, still searching for his first postseason victory after his third defeat Sunday, showed up in uncharacteristic fashion against the Patriots.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2026

Rookie running back Omarion Hampton made it 20-16 with a rushing touchdown late in the fourth quarter before Dicker compounded his uncharacteristic day with a missed extra point.

From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025

General Motors stock is doing something highly uncharacteristic: beating the stock market.

From Barron's • Dec. 26, 2025

She said, “Yes. All right, Alvin,” but he noticed in her tone an uncharacteristic anxiety.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote