peculiarly
Example Sentences
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In a Granta interview conducted late in her life, she challenged the interviewer to consider that the concept of “whiteness” is peculiarly American: “Think about it, “ she prompted.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 2026
Ms. Chimo is a delight in the choicest supporting role as the peculiarly overeducated Saunders, whose unsolicited advice and unwanted commentary rattle Julia’s already fragile nerves.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 20, 2026
"You don't think he's in a special, peculiarly precarious position?" he continued.
From BBC ● Apr. 25, 2024
Arefi favored raspberry mazurkas and the Uncle Seth’s pink-frosted cookies that are peculiarly ubiquitous in Seattle cafes.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 5, 2023
There is nothing peculiarly present-centered about regarding Cayley as important, unless the present is extended to include the period of the first flying machines.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
