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Definition of unconventional
: not conventional : not bound by or in accordance with convention : being out of the ordinary an unconventional outfit an unconventional thinker
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Examples of unconventional in a Sentence
Her lifestyle is rather unconventional.
the Shakers acquired their name because of their unconventional practice of dancing with shaking movements during worship
Recent Examples of unconventional from the Web
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John McPhee’s slim book Oranges came out in 1967, and although the players in Florida’s citrus industry have changed, and disease has decimated the groves, Oranges endures as a classic of unconventional journalism.
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The latter's relentless, rhythmic drive apparently inspired Bunnett to push hard on soprano saxophone via gales of sound, unconventional harmony and ample technical feats.
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But Lightning is old school, and wants to get his wheels dirty, so the duo set off for some unconventional outdoor training.
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Shares of Japanese exporters struggled Thursday and could be in for a rough time Friday if the Bank of Japan makes any reference to an exit strategy from its unprecedented unconventional easing program.
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DENDERMONDE, Belgium (AP) — A Belgian court on Wednesday convicted two parents in the death of their infant, who succumbed to malnutrition and dehydration because his parents were firm believers in unconventional nutrition.
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DENDERMONDE, Belgium — A Belgian court on Wednesday convicted two parents in the death of their infant, who succumbed to malnutrition and dehydration because his parents were firm believers in unconventional nutrition.
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Still, the intentionally unconventional conference and expo really is about technology.
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After an unconventional, winding high school career, Ashley arrived on campus last month for the start of summer classes and offseason workouts.
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First Known Use of unconventional
1835
UNCONVENTIONAL Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of unconventional for English Language Learners
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: very different from the things that are used or accepted by most people : not traditional or usual : not conventional
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