as in unconventional
not bound by traditional ways or beliefs
a nontraditional couple who are planning a very unconventional wedding
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Recent Examples of nontraditional
To stay ahead, researchers are investing in nontraditional therapies, many of which work in fundamentally different ways than standard antibiotics.
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André O. Hudson, The Conversation, 21 Jan. 2026
And a reminder that nontraditional paths to the top can work—when they’re valued.
—Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 20 Jan. 2026
Its product, called isaac, takes a nontraditional approach to glucose awareness.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Names such as Charleigh, Alivia, Maddison, or Emmitt — nontraditional ways of spelling more popular names — are falling fast.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
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André O. Hudson, The Conversation, 21 Jan. 2026
And a reminder that nontraditional paths to the top can work—when they’re valued.
—Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 20 Jan. 2026
Its product, called isaac, takes a nontraditional approach to glucose awareness.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Names such as Charleigh, Alivia, Maddison, or Emmitt — nontraditional ways of spelling more popular names — are falling fast.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nontraditional
Adjective
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Trump, much like in his first term, remains a polarizing figure, as his second presidential term has been marked by a series of unconventional actions.—
Jordan Green,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
6 Feb. 2026
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For more than four decades, Robert Kaplow has built an unconventional writing career.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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This technology offers a foundational step toward electromagnetic safety while preserving the aesthetic and functional integrity of modern architecture.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Feb. 2026
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An evolution of fall’s modern prep trend, the spring 2026 runways swapped country codes for literary references, grounding the collections with intellectual flair.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
3 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Continue reading … CABLE CRACKDOWN – FCC dismisses liberal hosts as agency enforces anti-bias policy.—
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FOXNews.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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This framing marks a departure from the traditional American commitment to liberal democracy as the organizing principle of trans-Atlantic relations.—
Alejandro Reyes,
Washington Post,
3 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Her authority has been challenged in several high-profile cases, diminishing hopes in both progressive and populist MAGA circles for tough antitrust enforcement.—
Rohan Goswami,
semafor.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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According to much of progressive ideology, we are supposed to think about identity all of the time.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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On the contemporary artist side, the duo Libby Rosen contributed seven luminous textile works made of marbled quilted fabric.—
Grace Edquist,
Vogue,
7 Feb. 2026
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The attic bedroom is actually relatively contemporary, with shiny hardwood floors and plumbing cleverly doubling as stair railing.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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The number is especially sobering given that Ritter’s metric measures from the first-day closing price (which is almost always higher than the official offer price), and excludes nonconventional IPOs like reverse mergers.—
Jeff John Roberts,
Fortune,
14 Jan. 2026
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The report claims the IRGC is exploring nonconventional warhead configurations for long-range missiles.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
29 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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In a time where fabled bottles are traded and shelved as trophies, Soo Hoo’s decision to open this one is radical.—
Pin Yen Tan 9 min ago,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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Clearly some conservatives are still willing to hold the more radical factions of the party to account.—
Laura K. Field,
The Atlantic,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Nontraditional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nontraditional. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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