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as in unusual
being out of the ordinary
the restaurant, specializing in fusion cuisine, provides a truly unique dining experience for those who can afford it
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as in only
being the one or ones of a class with no other members
the Mapparium, a huge glass globe that visitors can walk through, is unique—there's not another one like it anywhere
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as in uncommon
noticeably different from what is generally found or experienced
a unique ability to add large sums in his head
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as in personal
of, relating to, or belonging to a single person
a comedian who brings a unique and twisted perspective to contemporary social issues
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Recent Examples of unique
And cadets were on the hunt for unique pieces to add to their collections.
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Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
These insights from local chefs offer visitors an authentic taste of each host city's unique culinary identity.
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Carinne Geil Botta,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
All year, the coastline is a unique, peaceful, and untouched place, thanks to its state park status (no one’s rolling a cooler and beach umbrella onto these rocks).
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Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
30 June 2026
Ohtani’s West Sacramento at-bats worth cherishing Ohtani might go down as the best baseball player of all time, providing unique memories to sports fans in Sacramento.
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Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
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Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
These insights from local chefs offer visitors an authentic taste of each host city's unique culinary identity.
—
Carinne Geil Botta,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
All year, the coastline is a unique, peaceful, and untouched place, thanks to its state park status (no one’s rolling a cooler and beach umbrella onto these rocks).
—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
30 June 2026
Ohtani’s West Sacramento at-bats worth cherishing Ohtani might go down as the best baseball player of all time, providing unique memories to sports fans in Sacramento.
—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
30 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unique
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What Trump is doing is unusual.
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Heat domes are not unusual, but the temperatures in this one have been.
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Powell became emotional again when the prosecutor said Walton’s sister – his only close surviving relative – fully supported the decision to set him free.
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The Toronto fan base, which landed a finalist at every position and two outfielders, is Langeliers’ only true obstacle left to overcome en route to a starting job at the All-Star Game.
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On June 23, 2026, though, the majority delivered an uncommon defeat in this contentious area.
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His distaste for the wealthy is not an uncommon feeling in the country, his defense argued.
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Republican legislators, taking their lead from a president who sees half the nation as his personal enemy, have put their own party’s interests over the republic’s.
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While the property is a showpiece, the reason for selling is personal.
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Our work complements beautifully the extraordinary work that has already been done by the producers, sales agents and distributors of Mike Leigh’s films over the years.
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The Vietnam War was fought by young Americans thrust into extraordinary circumstances.
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As Taylor Swift appeared on the screen at Nissan Stadium during Alan Jackson's farewell concert in Nashville, the singer-songwriter was met with boos and cheers during her special video message.
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This year, there was a special emphasis on the transgender community, which has become a frequent political target of late.
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Watching improv is reliably funny because performers work without a script.
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But figuring out how to do all that while being funny at the same time?
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Each family member receives personalized consultations and treatments tailored to their stage of life and health priorities, whether that relates to stress management, mobility, nutrition, sleep or emotional wellbeing.
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Consumers who understand their credit, track their score and receive personalized education are more engaged and more likely to transact.
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“Unique.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unique. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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