as in unconventional
not bound by traditional ways or beliefs
his nonconventional cures were the subject of some controversy
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Recent Examples of nonconventional
Additional states may consider the possible deterrent benefits of possessing nuclear arms or, if the costs of acquiring such weapons are prohibitive, other nonconventional weapons.
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William C. Potter, Foreign Affairs, 15 Dec. 2023
Jason Sudeikis, also an executive producer and writer, stars as the titular character who coaches AFC Richmond and, through nonconventional methods, works to turn the players into self-believers.
—Karen Mizoguchi, Variety, 15 Mar. 2023
The difference, however, is that Cannon proudly embraces his lifestyle of nonconventional fatherhood and rejects traditional monogamy, even challenging those who are skeptical.
—Jenna Ryu, USA TODAY, 30 Sep. 2022
Fears that Moscow might introduce nonconventional weapons into the Ukrainian conflict have intensified in the wake of Russian failures to quickly to capture major Ukrainian cities.
—Washington Post, 10 Mar. 2022
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William C. Potter, Foreign Affairs, 15 Dec. 2023
Jason Sudeikis, also an executive producer and writer, stars as the titular character who coaches AFC Richmond and, through nonconventional methods, works to turn the players into self-believers.
—Karen Mizoguchi, Variety, 15 Mar. 2023
The difference, however, is that Cannon proudly embraces his lifestyle of nonconventional fatherhood and rejects traditional monogamy, even challenging those who are skeptical.
—Jenna Ryu, USA TODAY, 30 Sep. 2022
Fears that Moscow might introduce nonconventional weapons into the Ukrainian conflict have intensified in the wake of Russian failures to quickly to capture major Ukrainian cities.
—Washington Post, 10 Mar. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonconventional
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And when goals did go in, the unconventional trajectory of the Jabulani was oddly fascinating.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
16 Aug. 2025
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The hero’s journey on this show is achieving their unconventional American dream.—
Giana Levy,
Variety,
16 Aug. 2025
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The redevelopment builds on Soffer’s vision of blending timeless design with modern amenities—now expanding to include family-friendly features.—
Cheryl Tiu,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The museum is designed as a modern interpretation of a Wunderkammer, or cabinet of curiosities.—
Carved,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Aug. 2025
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It is generally accepted in classical liberal economic thinking that the state should only intervene where there has been a market failure, i.e., where the free market is unable to produce a socially desirable outcome.—
Chris Deubert,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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PiS accuse their liberal opponents of trying to subvert the will of the people and their supporters plan to march in the capital on inauguration day.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
6 Aug. 2025
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The erosion of support was the result of a miscalculation: renewable advocates aligned too closely with progressive climate politics, turning an industry once embraced by all into a left-wing cause, alienating conservatives along the way.—
Leo Schwartz,
Fortune,
6 Aug. 2025
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Part of that is a rejection of decades of progressivism and progressive values, which had become the Establishment.—
Chris Lee,
Vulture,
6 Aug. 2025
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During his first five-year contract, Bennett, his staff and the board winnowed down the company’s budget to better match annual expenses and ticket sales, while also creating the Detour series of smaller, nontraditional opera works to expand the company’s audience.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Aug. 2025
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From start to finish, our nontraditional wedding showed me that the right relationship, much like the correct condiment, makes life’s chaotically sandwiched moments go down a little easier.—
Heather Schroering,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
6 Aug. 2025
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With its square neckline and contrast trim, this ribbed maxi offers a contemporary take on the classic silhouette.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Aug. 2025
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Murphy suggests using your vintage finds as statement pieces—like a mid-century coffee table in a contemporary living room—versus buying every single item secondhand.—
Shivani Vyas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Aug. 2025
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As Peter Singer has argued for decades, doing the most good shouldn’t be radical.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Some other notable attacks at US military bases in recent years include: On November 5, 2009, an Army psychiatrist with radical Islamist beliefs opened fire at a processing center at Fort Hood, a major US Army post, in Texas, killing 13 people and an unborn child, and wounding more than 30 others.—
Hanna Park,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 2025
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