untraditional

Definition of untraditionalnext

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Recent Examples of untraditional But under Franco, USLAF is also asking for donations in a somewhat untraditional way. Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 8 Apr. 2026 Enter OnlyFans, the untraditional content-subscription platform that was not made for amateur pornography but has become its safe haven and a shorthand for it, where a range of subversive designers have flocked in hopes of finding other ways of securing some extra cash. José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 8 Apr. 2026 The Bennett School has gained notoriety since its opening for its untraditional academic structure, but also because several of the top high school baseball players in the Houston area have chosen to join the program. Jon Poorman, Houston Chronicle, 4 Apr. 2026 That, in turn, paved the way for the Giants to make an untraditional hire. Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for untraditional
Recent Examples of Synonyms for untraditional
Adjective
  • The show combines nontraditional percussion, marshmallows, paint splashes, plumbing, black lights and streaming streamers.
    Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 May 2026
  • By sourcing from these nontraditional pipelines, recruiters can find skilled hires in a much larger talent pool.
    Brittany Murrey, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Adjective
  • Not wanting to formally plan anything for his proposal, Foley decided to take an unconventional route.
    Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
  • While some of the fall 2026 shoes were wardrobe classics, like a pair of black penny loafers and Lively’s pointed-toe pumps, others styles were more unconventional featuring striking shape, feather details, animal prints and more.
    Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 20 May 2026
Adjective
  • Inspired by the design of classic tuxedo shirts, this modern twist has a cropped fit, pintucked front details, and button cuffs.
    Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 20 May 2026
  • Occupying four townhouses, its two-year refurbishment by award-winning architects Holland Harvey and interior designers Studio Est and Studio Mica has created something warm and true to its heritage yet modern, nature-focused and committed to social impact.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 May 2026

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“Untraditional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/untraditional. Accessed 26 May. 2026.

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