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as in inappropriate
not appropriate for a particular occasion or situation
there's an incongruous modernism to the actor's performance in this period piece
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as in inconsistent
not being in agreement or harmony
incongruous theories about the origins of matter
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Recent Examples of incongruous
Rooms and Suites The low-slung rectangular silhouette of Capella Bangkok may appear incongruous with the rest of the soaring cylindrical skyline of Bangkok, but there is purpose embedded in that design: every room in Capella Bangkok has a river view.
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Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Gigi is the proprietor of the family shop, stocked with expensive bags and dresses she’s procured through international business connections, its walls adorned with incongruous revolutionary iconography.
—Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2024
Chris tells Carroll’s reflective, incongruous story – which contains some darker interludes – with humour, empathy, a light touch and great skill.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
The notoriously elusive artist has re-entered the public fore with an incongruous collaboration: a music video with comedian Ben Stiller.
—Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
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Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Gigi is the proprietor of the family shop, stocked with expensive bags and dresses she’s procured through international business connections, its walls adorned with incongruous revolutionary iconography.
—Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2024
Chris tells Carroll’s reflective, incongruous story – which contains some darker interludes – with humour, empathy, a light touch and great skill.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
The notoriously elusive artist has re-entered the public fore with an incongruous collaboration: a music video with comedian Ben Stiller.
—Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incongruous
Adjective
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Louden does and says things that are inappropriate in the film.—
Todd Gilchrist,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2025
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Many thought her outfit choice was inappropriate for such a historic occasion in the rotunda of the U.S. Capitol.—
Martha Ross,
The Mercury News,
12 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Especially if his team is still so maddeningly inconsistent.—
Arthur Staple,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
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Although Mitchell's overall output has been inconsistent in recent seasons, his defensive versatility has remained a major strength.—
Nathan Kamal,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The following year, regulators ruled that the company is unsuitable to operate its casinos in Sydney and Queensland, placing them under government supervision.—
Yessar Rosendar,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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That's because Blue Origin aims to recover the first stage of the New Glenn rocket, and sea states in the Atlantic Ocean have been unsuitable for an initial attempt to catch the first stage booster on a drone ship.—
Eric Berger,
Ars Technica,
11 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Sorrentino may also be exorcising some conflicting feelings about his birthplace, which is portrayed as a vulgar, crude place populated by crooks and hicks and photographed like its paradise.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
7 Feb. 2025
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Liefeld is known for being a relentlessly upbeat promoter of his work and personal brand, and despite the conflicting feelings, enjoyed hosting a series of fan screenings for Deadpool & Wolverine this summer.—
Aaron Couch,
The Hollywood Reporter,
6 Feb. 2025
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Chris Lawson from Front Row Motorsports and Billy Plourde from Rick Ware Racing were dismissed for issues related to improper weights found on their respective cars.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Diaz was placed under arrest and transported to Troop G where he was charged with criminal attempt at third-degree robbery, second-degree breach of peace and improper parking on a limited access highway.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Many of those who have lost insurance missed form deadlines or had an incorrect address, while others no longer met the eligibility criteria.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Wednesday's edition included incorrect information about King's votes.—
Tony Holt,
arkansasonline.com,
13 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Still, experts say there’s nothing wrong with enjoying chocolate in moderation.—
Elizabeth Yuko,
Health,
11 Feb. 2025
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Some reasons why economists blundered on free trade In their new study, the China Shock economists throw a bit of shade on the economics profession for getting the effects of free trade so wrong in the past.—
Greg Rosalsky,
NPR,
11 Feb. 2025
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Laviolette puts lines in a blender Clearly unhappy with his team’s effort against Pittsburgh on Friday, Laviolette made drastic changes to his lineup.—
Peter Baugh,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
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The indie drama follows Diana (Rodriguez), an unhappy teenager who begins training at a boxing gym as a release for her frustrations, only to discover she's got a talent for the sport.—
James Mercadante,
EW.com,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Incongruous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incongruous. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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