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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 training also makes clear that the definition of ectopic pregnancies — which are always life-threatening — includes any that implant in an abnormal location outside of the uterine cavity.
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Cassandra Jaramillo, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
Eventually, Claudius returned to its normal operations—which is to say, abnormal ones.
—Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
Kayley said the app — like the wearable stethoscope, which is designed to pinpoint the exact location of an abnormal lung or heart sound and help guide diagnosis and treatment — was inspired by her own health struggles.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
Liam has a fever and a cough, and Ramos experienced abnormal bleeding, Conejo said.
—Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC news, 6 Feb. 2026
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Cassandra Jaramillo, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
Eventually, Claudius returned to its normal operations—which is to say, abnormal ones.
—Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
Kayley said the app — like the wearable stethoscope, which is designed to pinpoint the exact location of an abnormal lung or heart sound and help guide diagnosis and treatment — was inspired by her own health struggles.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
Liam has a fever and a cough, and Ramos experienced abnormal bleeding, Conejo said.
—Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC news, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for abnormal
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In the footage and images released by the FBI, the suspect appears to have a gun holstered near the center of his waist – an unusual position – and is seen wearing a backpack with reflective straps.—
Chelsea Bailey,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Austin criminal defense attorney Sam Bassett told CBS affiliate KEYE-TV that a declaration of innocence is very unusual.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Standard techniques designed for straight hair may increase the risk of linear scars and low graft survival, which lends to an overall unnatural appearance.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
Freep.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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The beauty of his images, amid unnatural constraints, isn’t a matter of style but of natural force.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
19 Feb. 2026
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But the fundraising efforts have been an extraordinary example of the community that continues to exist, Frenkel said.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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The Poster House show is founded on the private collection of Michael Lellouche, who, in his introduction to the accompanying book, points out an extraordinary symbiosis.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
16 Feb. 2026
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Another son of Rhonda and Robert was playing in the game, and police said Robert Dorgan’s attendance wasn’t considered irregular.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
21 Feb. 2026
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Many had irregular bedtimes and wake times but slept a consistent number of hours per night.—
Shayla Love,
New Yorker,
18 Feb. 2026
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The event will focus on wisdom and wellness, featuring engaging speakers, meaningful conversations, and breathtaking coastal views paired with exceptional cuisine, according to a news release.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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Sponsored by the Christopher Isherwood Foundation, the award honors exceptional work and encompasses fiction, travel writing, memoir and diary.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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The winding canopy walkway runs above the treeline, offering a completely unique vantage point over the gardens.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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What is extraordinary is not the teacher (or student), per se, but the underlying experience of teaching and learning as a communion of unique intelligences.—
John Warner,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2026
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The winning bid for the rare card was placed by venture capitalist AJ Scaramucci, the son of former White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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Her clothes are sexy without being overt – the rare adult statement in a fashion world too fixated on disposable clothes.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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However, more uncommon but serious side effects, like acute pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) and gallbladder issues, need immediate medical attention.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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Criminal defenses that meet the legal threshold to argue an alternative perpetrator was responsible are extremely uncommon in the state, legal experts told the Statesman.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Abnormal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abnormal. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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