1
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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2
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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unique characteristics
distinctive characteristics
peculiar characteristics
specific characteristics
special characteristics
especial characteristics
a unique design
a distinct design
a distinctive design
an exclusive design
an unparalleled design
an unprecedented design
a unique perspective
a unique situation
an unusual situation
an uncommon situation
an unparalleled situation
an exceptional situation
an unprecedented situation
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Recent Examples of unique
The Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau spotlights the unique experiences the city’s diverse neighborhoods offer to tourists.
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Darlene Xiomara Rodriguez, The Conversation, 30 May 2025
In a unique breeding strategy, males of the species die immediately after the breeding cycle, the conservancy said.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 30 May 2025
As federal policy stagnates, states have a unique opportunity to fill the void.
—Jeremy Cooney, New York Daily News, 30 May 2025
But in the middle is this new, unique tea experience.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 20 May 2025
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Darlene Xiomara Rodriguez, The Conversation, 30 May 2025
In a unique breeding strategy, males of the species die immediately after the breeding cycle, the conservancy said.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 30 May 2025
As federal policy stagnates, states have a unique opportunity to fill the void.
—Jeremy Cooney, New York Daily News, 30 May 2025
But in the middle is this new, unique tea experience.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unique
Adjective
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But there’s another reason that Cruise’s stardom seems of a different time: many fans choose to ignore the actor’s personal life when engaging with his work.—
Tyler Foggatt,
New Yorker,
24 May 2025
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Some boats are large enough to carry personal kayaks and camping equipment.—
Joe Yogerst,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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But the boys also casually tell stories about the deprivations of their previous life, a reminder of how unusual their childhoods have been by American standards.—
Sacha Pfeiffer,
NPR,
27 May 2025
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While the timing off the surgery was a bit unusual, Tremble’s importance to the lineup — and the quick turnaround for rehabilitation — made the decision palatable to the organization.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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Siakam finished with 15 points, six rebounds and five assists — the only Indiana starter to score in double figures.—
Shakeia Taylor,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
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The only way in was through the resale market, where just hours before first pitch on Friday, the lowest price (fees and taxes included) for a pair of tickets on StubHub was $209.52.—
Anthony De Leon,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2025
Adjective
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Acqui-hires are not uncommon in a competitive tech hiring environment.—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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SNRs aren't uncommon, but this particular example showcases numerous anomalies, including its astonishingly round shape.—
Stefanie Waldek,
Space.com,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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But what goes unmentioned—what stands in opposition to the siblings’ code of self-optimization and principled bodysurfing—is that their father’s success grew from the soil of an extraordinary season of public investment.—
Jessica Winter,
New Yorker,
22 May 2025
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Despite these challenges, U.S. nonprofits do extraordinary things.—
Kendra Davenport,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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Monday is when scheduled events at the cemetery include a concert by the United States Marine Band and the U.S. Navy Band Sea Chanters, a wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and a parade of colors by Veterans’ organizations and remarks from special guests.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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So when most kids were enrolling in third grade, Alisa was enrolled in community college, as a special student, in spring 2023.—
Wendy Grossman Kantor,
People.com,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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Because to us, the most funny things are right next to the most tragic things.—
Lorraine Ali,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2025
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There are enough quotable lines of dialogue in the movie’s first half to remind you why Succession was, pound for pound, one of the most profanely funny shows on TV during its run.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
31 May 2025
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Taste is subjective, and USA TODAY Books has plenty of genres to recommend.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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Tracking the administration’s progress is a somewhat subjective process, in part because many of the directives have come through executive orders or require multiple steps to complete.—
Hayley Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
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“Unique.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unique. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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