uncharacteristically
Americanadverb
Example Sentences
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After the jury foreman, when asked “How say you?” answered “Guilty,” 34 times, Trump turned to face the back of the room, looking uncharacteristically stricken.
From Slate ● Jul. 22, 2026
Another, beginning as an apology for chronic lateness, becomes an uncharacteristically aggressive defense of it.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 14, 2026
US President Donald Trump will seek trade wins during final meetings with Xi Jinping on Friday at a superpower summit overshadowed by the Chinese leader's uncharacteristically sharp warning on Taiwan.
From Barron's ● May 14, 2026
But a 3-3 draw with Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Monday meant they uncharacteristically stumbled in the title race.
From BBC ● May 8, 2026
“This is bad,” said Root, his face uncharacteristically pale.
From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer
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