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Uncanny

By: Katherine Albuquerque, Editor

May 27, 2022

Photo Credit: Photo credit via Merriam Webster

The uncanny behavior of my dog was caused by the sound of thunder and lighting.

Definition

(adjective)

Typically used to describe something that is strange or unusual in a way that is surprising or difficult to understand. It can also describe something that seems to have a supernatural character or origin.

Sentence

The uncanny behavior of my dog was caused by the sound of thunder and lighting.

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About the Contributor

Katherine Albuquerque, Editor

Katherine Albuquerque is a senior at Colonia High School and a second-year journalism student. People know her by her nickname, Katie. She’s a member of the Black Student Union and is a part of the National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, and Rho Kappa. Moreover, she enjoys volunteering as much as possible, since she loves giving back to the community. During her free time, you can find her listening to music, reading a book, hanging out with friends, and wondering where she’s going to travel to next. She hopes to have a career that allows her to go all over the world and discover new cultures. Albuquerque is enthusiastic about being an editor for The Declaration.