uncharacteristic

Example Sentences

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In 2022, she slipped had an uncharacteristic fall.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

A low first-serve percentage of 41% was uncharacteristic, but she had enough pace and aggression in her groundstrokes to rush Swiatek.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

On Monday, Mendoza was pressured relentlessly by Miami’s fearsome pass rush and Indiana’s defense gave up an uncharacteristic 57-yard run that narrowed their lead to three early in the second half.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026

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

From Barron's • Dec. 26, 2025

To Mia’s astonishment, when she pried the house key loose from the key ring and handed it back, Mrs. Delaney pulled her into an uncharacteristic hug.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng