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outlier

[out-lahy-er] / ˈaʊtˌlaɪ ər /


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Florida’s history education program is not an outlier.

From Salon • May 14, 2026

Admittedly, Hollywood’s infatuation with the festival has ebbed and flowed over the years, but 2026 seems like a rare outlier.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

QCi was a notable outlier, with its share price plunging 38%.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

That’s one reason why this outbreak is an outlier.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

Terman didn’t understand what a real outlier was, and that’s a mistake we continue to make to this day.

From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell



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