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as in unusual
being out of the ordinary
a completely abnormal school day, because half of the kids were out sick
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as in unnatural
departing from some accepted standard of what is normal
noticed his abnormal breathing and took him to the emergency room
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Recent Examples of abnormal
The report listed the probable cause of death as an abnormal heartbeat tied to an underlying condition, systemic sarcoidosis.
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Maveah Griffith,
Charlotte Observer,
29 June 2026
Doctors had detected it during an exploratory surgery after getting abnormal results from a routine CT scan, per The Athletic.
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Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
27 June 2026
But this is an abnormal, high-stakes day, and Natalie and Donna are bound to fight, and the baby is absolutely going to get in the way.
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Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Changes or disruptions in these local magnetic fields can reveal hidden rust, snapped wire strands inside a thick suspension cable, or abnormal stress points in the steel before a crack even forms.
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Alex Krasnok,
Scientific American,
25 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for abnormal
Maveah Griffith,
Charlotte Observer,
29 June 2026
Doctors had detected it during an exploratory surgery after getting abnormal results from a routine CT scan, per The Athletic.
—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
27 June 2026
But this is an abnormal, high-stakes day, and Natalie and Donna are bound to fight, and the baby is absolutely going to get in the way.
—
Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
Changes or disruptions in these local magnetic fields can reveal hidden rust, snapped wire strands inside a thick suspension cable, or abnormal stress points in the steel before a crack even forms.
—
Alex Krasnok,
Scientific American,
25 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for abnormal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for abnormal
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Although his adoption listing didn't mention his unusual paws, his foster mom did.
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Indeed, that has led to the highly unusual situation of Australia not being the defending champions in either women’s World Cup, with India holding the 50-over title and New Zealand the T20 crown.
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Even after extensive engineering, Coach Eve would take about three seconds to reply to a question—a delay users felt was uncomfortable and unnatural.
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His speech was an unnatural blur.
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This year’s celebration comes on the heels of a late June warehouse fire in Boyle Heights that released extraordinary amounts of soot and smoke across the county, on par with pollution generated by the previous year’s wildfires.
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These were moments of extraordinary dissent against the British government by American colonists.
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The pope’s visit comes just two weeks after the European Union began implementing a new set of rules governing how each of its 27 member states will deal with irregular migration and asylum seekers.
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And studies have shown that the primary incentive for irregular migration is jobs for the parents, not birthright citizenship for their children.
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Just down the road, Beefbar at Hotel Lou Pinet offers a relaxed ambiance and exceptional dishes.
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Explore unique crafts, goods and gifts from over 15 local vendors.
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And cadets were on the hunt for unique pieces to add to their collections.
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Ireland Ireland offers a rare cross-generational appeal, where estate activities and rugged landscapes make for an ideal family itinerary.
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Thieves stole $25,000 worth of rare Pokémon cards after breaking into an Eagan, Minnesota, claw machine arcade last weekend, employees said.
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An inconclusive ballistics result is not uncommon, as the analysis depends on the size and condition of the bullet fragments recovered.
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This trend reflects companies' need to expand and contract rapidly, prompting landlords to prebuild and furnish spaces, a practice uncommon just five years ago.
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“Abnormal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abnormal. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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