nontraditional

Example Sentences

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"This is a nontraditional, or non-canonical, role for MYC," Sears said.

From Science Daily • May 17, 2026

But with the arrival of their new baby, the two found that James’ nontraditional hours can save them money.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

What’s more exciting to me is seeing a whole new subculture develop — all-cash shows at nontraditional venues, and releasing your own music offline.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Scientists believe the Bay may act as an emergency feeding stop for whales in poor condition, as unusually thin individuals have been observed foraging in other nontraditional habitats as well.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

“When it’s time to bail, there are nontraditional routes that most people don’t know. They won’t be gridlocked like the freeways.”

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman