uncharacteristic

Example Sentences

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Kildunne, who departed shortly after half-time, had struggled against the Wallaroos and made a number of uncharacteristic errors.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

"I'll go back to the start of the Six Nations. I thought Steve made some very uncharacteristic comments about a title-decider against France, looking ahead," Jones told the Rugby Unity podcast, published on Monday.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

A U-turn on sedans would be a reversal of uncharacteristic speed even for Detroit’s notoriously fickle industry.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 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

The performance was so uncharacteristic of Al Ulbrickson that everyone in Seattle with any interest in rowing took note.

From "The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics" by Daniel James Brown