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uncharacteristically

American

[uhn-ker-ik-ter ist-ik-lee] / ˌʌnˌkɛr ɪk tər ˈɪst ɪk li /

adverb

in an uncharacteristic way.

Example Sentences

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On Lawson’s part, she said she was “uncharacteristically lost for words” and “Can’t wait to enter the Tent of Dreams,” in a statement released by the show.

From Salon

“I’m uncharacteristically rather lost for words right now!”

From Los Angeles Times

When a friend’s husband asked if she had AI help with an uncharacteristically formal email, Gemini suggested this reply:

From The Wall Street Journal

Elon Musk has been uncharacteristically quiet on the subject in recent days, which suggests even he realises how serious this all is.

From BBC

So far, the companies have been uncharacteristically prudent with their windfalls, paying down debt and buying back stock rather than spending wildly on takeovers.

From Barron's

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