nonmainstream

adjective

Definition of nonmainstreamnext
as in idiosyncratic

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Recent Examples of nonmainstream And when the filibuster threatened to block Gorsuch—that is, when it was poised to accomplish its alleged purpose of thwarting nonmainstream nominees—Republicans killed it. — Mark Joseph Stern, Slate Magazine, 7 Apr. 2017 Assaults against Western targets, churches and nonmainstream Islamic groups have preoccupied Indonesian security agencies for the past 15 years. — Thomas Fuller, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2016
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonmainstream
  1. idiosyncratic
  2. out-there
  3. nonconformist
  4. unorthodox
  5. unconventional
  6. outrageous
  7. confounding
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  • All interiors were devised in 2022 by Susie Atkinson, who has melded contemporary features with classic and antique furniture to create characterful, idiosyncratic rooms.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Both of these idiosyncratic films broke box office records for the company.
    — Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of idiosyncratic
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  • For music this uncompromising and out-there, the process is just as, if not more, important as the result.
    — Reed Jackson, SPIN, 28 Sep. 2026
  • When scouting celebrity style, bold, out-there looks sometimes aren’t the ones that resonate the most.
    — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of out-there
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  • This dogmatic approach to revolutionary citizenship led to the horrible treatment of any perceived as nonconformist, such as LGBTQ people, hippies or punks.
    — Juan Carlos Albarran, The Conversation, 13 July 2026
  • In the end, Levine’s profile of the nonconformist genius reveals just how superb a dancer Cole was.
    — R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Definition of nonconformist
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  • Bridgers capped off the unorthodox rollout by hosting worldwide release-week listening parties at planetariums.
    — Christine Werthman, Billboard, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Belichick and Deion Sanders were two unorthodox hires, given the keys to Power 4 programs despite zero FBS coaching experience in part because of their name recognition.
    — David Ubben, New York Times, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of unorthodox
Adjective
  • As with their other current CBS hit Elsbeth — and unlike their more creatively unconventional streaming shows The Good Fight and Evil — Cupertino sands down some of the Kings’ jagged edges, aiming for something cuter.
    — Noel Murray, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2026
  • He was known for intense performances and roles that often portrayed complex or unconventional characters.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of unconventional
Adjective
  • In their world — virtual newsrooms, Bluesky, Threads, Instagram and sports blogs — saying that men and women possess meaningful biological differences can qualify as an outrageous offense.
    — Bobby Burack OutKick, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2026
  • More than half a century after the film’s release, the scene is back in all its outrageous glory.
    — Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of outrageous
Adjective
  • Its study of dark matter and dark energy could also give scientists new insights into two of the most confounding puzzles in astronomy.
    — Denise Chow, NBC news, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Grief is one of the most confounding aspects of the human experience.
    — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 17 Apr. 2026
Definition of confounding

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“Nonmainstream.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonmainstream. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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