uncharacteristic

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English said she did not remember receiving the email, and it was "uncharacteristic" of conversations she had had with Behr.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 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

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

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 25, 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 forest has taken on an eerie, uncharacteristic silence.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer