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as in uncommon
noticeably different from what is generally found or experienced
we found some unusual shells by the high-tide mark while combing the beach
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as in extraordinary
being out of the ordinary
the famously arrogant actor accepted his award with unusual grace and humility
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Recent Examples of unusual
The unusual flurry of litigation highlights the controversial, 227-year-old law, which could give Trump vast power to deport people in the country illegally.
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Nicholas Riccardi and Will Weissert, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2025
His appearance was unusual, considering most presidents try to permit the department to operate independently from politics.
—Naomi Lim, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 14 Mar. 2025
Forest killifishes are unusual because of their preferred forest habitat.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2025
Bringing such a case is highly unusual and winning a conviction would be difficult, according to current and former prosecutors.
—Glenn Thrush, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for unusual
Nicholas Riccardi and Will Weissert, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2025
His appearance was unusual, considering most presidents try to permit the department to operate independently from politics.
—Naomi Lim, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 14 Mar. 2025
Forest killifishes are unusual because of their preferred forest habitat.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2025
Bringing such a case is highly unusual and winning a conviction would be difficult, according to current and former prosecutors.
—Glenn Thrush, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unusual
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Tornadoes were not uncommon at the time, as Missouri is often considered part of an area of the U.S. nicknamed Tornado Alley.—
Alex Gurley,
People.com,
19 Mar. 2025
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But, while the results might have given internet viewers a shock, these types of ultrasound pictures aren't uncommon.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
17 Mar. 2025
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Barry has had an extraordinary coaching journey, considering his playing experiences took him no higher than League One, the English game’s third division.—
Simon Hughes,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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Unlike many younger trees, this tree exhibits extraordinary adaptations.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Sure, the plot’s kind of a mess, but warrior Alice is an empowering turn while Johnny Depp’s Mad Hatter and Helena Bonham Carter’s big-headed Red Queen are splendidly strange.—
Brian Truitt,
USA TODAY,
22 Mar. 2025
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The movie business and the television business are strange.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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What makes the company special is its seamless blend of the two founders’ unique strengths and specialties, with one complementing the other without overpowering it.—
Molly Peck,
USA TODAY,
20 Mar. 2025
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The award is designed to bring attention to the unique cinematic point of view of emerging filmmakers and their interpretation of France’s new and diverse identities, and to encourage young people to attend the festival.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
20 Mar. 2025
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What happened was that all of this comedy spoken in Kansai-ben was understood nationwide as being funny.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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Everyone thought this was very funny, including, to her credit, Kate.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
Fox News,
21 Mar. 2025
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Less Than 1% Of Brackets Remain Perfect On First Day Of Tournament Don't Overlook Humility Technical skills and strategic thinking are vital, but humility is one of the most defining traits of exceptional leaders.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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The left-back is a constant threat, capable of turning defence into attack through lightning pace and exceptional dribbling.—
Julia Ranney,
The Athletic,
20 Mar. 2025
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Gargantuan, weird outcomes can start small in the tech world, and often innocently.—
Jaron Lanier,
The New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2025
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The trendy beauty treatment is all the rage on TikTok, and it’s garnered tons of attention for being a weird way to reap anti-aging benefits.—
Kleigh Balugo,
StyleCaster,
21 Mar. 2025
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About 25% of its brands are either not available or rare in the U.S., such as the Joseph Duclos brand, a French luxury name that made a handbag sported by Taylor Swift, Printemps CEO Jean-Marc Bellaiche said.—
Melissa Repko,
CNBC,
22 Mar. 2025
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Keep reading for 11 rare On deals from Zappos, REI, and more — up to 40 percent off.—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Unusual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unusual. Accessed 29 Mar. 2025.
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