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as in uncommon
noticeably different from what is generally found or experienced
we found some unusual shells by the high-tide mark while combing the beach
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as in extraordinary
being out of the ordinary
the famously arrogant actor accepted his award with unusual grace and humility
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Recent Examples of unusual
Bean Point’s unusual position at the meeting place of two large water bodies, as well as its proximity to a deep shipping channel several miles offshore, are both thought to contribute to dangerous currents in the area.
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Ryan Ballogg, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
The ability to guide and manipulate THz light waves at the nanoscale also opens new possibilities in non-linear optics, where light interacts with itself in unusual ways, enabling the development of powerful sensors and new computing technologies.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 6 Sep. 2025
The unusual love story began when Wika started chatting with Kasper, an AI designed to simulate human conversation and companionship.
—Staff, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2025
The California Teachers Association (CTA) has taken the unusual and troubling step of opposing AB 715.
—Daniel Klein, Mercury News, 6 Sep. 2025
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Ryan Ballogg, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
The ability to guide and manipulate THz light waves at the nanoscale also opens new possibilities in non-linear optics, where light interacts with itself in unusual ways, enabling the development of powerful sensors and new computing technologies.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 6 Sep. 2025
The unusual love story began when Wika started chatting with Kasper, an AI designed to simulate human conversation and companionship.
—Staff, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2025
The California Teachers Association (CTA) has taken the unusual and troubling step of opposing AB 715.
—Daniel Klein, Mercury News, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unusual
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The workers may be shackled or handcuffed, and torture is not uncommon.—
Christine Ro,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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While that's not uncommon, Powell warned that Snitker might regret that decision as Acuna has earned the right to hold onto a leading spot amid a slump.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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Tusk, the Polish prime minister, convened an extraordinary government meeting early on Wednesday, bringing together the country's emergency and military officials.—
Will Gretsky,
ABC News,
10 Sep. 2025
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France’s Prime Minister Francois Bayrou delivers his general policy statement during the parliamentary extraordinary session prior to a confidence vote over the government’s austerity budget, at the National Assembly in Paris on September 8, 2025.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
9 Sep. 2025
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Because something very strange happens here.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Probably not, given the company’s strange hesitance to part ways with its current leadership.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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Eaton has been bringing unique worship experiences to a variety of churches since 2010.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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Every pitcher is different and offers a unique look on the mound.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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Zambians are warm, funny, proud.—
Daniel Scheffler,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Darkly funny and deeply melancholic, the film turns the family estate into a pressure cooker of grief, grudges and reluctant affection.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Sep. 2025
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Angela Grothaus and Lisa Human have been promoted to partners, recognizing their exceptional leadership and dedication to client service, the release said.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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The ceremony will also recognize Brunello Cucinelli, who will receive the Outstanding Achievement Award for exceptional contributions and lasting impact on the fashion industry.—
Essence,
Essence,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The second reason is that these aura battler designs were very complex and full of curves as well as weird angles.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Things get weird, however, when the lines between science fiction and fantasy start to blur.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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About 18 vehicles, including a number of rare barn find cars, were auctioned from the collection.—
Eric D. Lawrence,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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That kind of attention feels rare now.—
Daniel Scheffler,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Unusual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unusual. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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