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unusual

[ uhn-yoo-zhoo-uhl, -yoozh-wuhl ]

adjective

  1. not usual, common, or ordinary; uncommon in amount or degree; exceptional:

    an unusual sound; an unusual hobby; an unusual response.

    Synonyms: , , , , , , ,



unusual

/ ʌˈːʊə /

adjective

  1. out of the ordinary; uncommon; extraordinary

    an unusual design

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Derived Forms

  • ܲˈܲܲԱ, noun
  • ܲˈܲܲ, adverb
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Other Word Forms

  • ܲ·s·· adverb
  • ܲ·s··Ա noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of unusual1

First recorded in 1575–85; un- 1 + usual
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Example Sentences

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It is not unusual to see this type of hot spell in the spring, and April can bring big swings in temperature.

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“The Sopranos” became an immediate cultural phenomenon when it premiered in January 1999, a Mafia drama with unusual depths of character development and narrative vigor.

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But presenting unhappiness over a company-related matter on the air in front of a viewing audience of millions is highly unusual.

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Occasional bursts of very warm weather are not unusual in spring but scientists expect that spring heat will become more common in future.

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“This level of investment in community college students is very unusual, unfortunately, but it’s very much needed.”

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