idiosyncratic

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So, in this instance, because of these unique and idiosyncratic facts, it really is quite possible that somebody’s head is going to roll.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

Chronert says this sets the market up for much more idiosyncratic behavior as investors strive to distinguish between companies most impacted by AI and those that may maintain a competitive edge.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 13, 2026

Bamberger contributed not only capital but an idiosyncratic management style—among his colorful incentive programs for employees was one called “the Gorilla Plan”—and a shrewd instinct for expansion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

Mamdani has sought to chart a starkly different course from his predecessor Adams, a flamboyant former police captain known for his idiosyncratic style and love of publicity.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

It had no history, no quirky lines or idiosyncratic ornamentations.

From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson