uncharacteristic

Example Sentences

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It was uncharacteristic for Anderson to have this sort of conversation with anybody outside of his teammates, or maybe his family.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

While the new conclusion made some sense for Andie — a lovestruck teenager still trying to balance perspective with hormones — Iona altering her appearance so drastically for a man remains uncharacteristic.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

A low first-serve percentage of 41% was uncharacteristic, but she had enough pace and aggression in her groundstrokes to rush Swiatek.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

“One uncharacteristic and fateful act got in the way.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 25, 2026

The usually no-nonsense Mrs. Clarke made an uncharacteristic fuss over Lady Constance.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood