prototypical
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“Ms. Javice’s case is not the prototypical type of fraud case,” her defense attorney argued.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 12, 2025
With her taut jawline, blazing white teeth and recently slimmed-down physique, she has embraced the prototypical Housewife look.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2024
In 1987, David Letterman was taping his late-night show in Las Vegas before rowdy audiences of mostly young men in preppy pullovers and muscle shirts — prototypical bros raised on “Porky’s.”
From New York Times • Jun. 19, 2024
While it’s likely traditional kick return guys — think diminutive, shifty and speedy — would still have a role, there is a question of whether prototypical running backs could be useful.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 4, 2024
“I was, like, the prototypical white Hoosier kid,” he said.
From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green
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