curiosities

noun

Definition of curiositiesnext
plural of curiosity
1
as in rarities
something strange or unusual that is an object of interest the museum's curiosities include items constructed entirely out of toothpicks

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2
as in ornamentals
a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest an assortment of curiosities from around the world that the family picked up during various vacations

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as in tricks
an odd or peculiar habit Charles Dickens typically endowed his characters with an array of endearing curiosities

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  1. rarities
  2. wonders
  3. traits
  4. souvenirs
  5. quirks
  6. mannerisms
  7. oddities
Noun
  • The box set also boasts six live albums — two of which are previously unreleased — her 1966 demo tape, and a bonus disc of rarities.
    Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 10 Oct. 2024
  • Cohen and the rest of his ABC Vintage staff don’t stumble into these rarities all by their lonesome.
    James L. Edwards III, The Athletic, 21 Aug. 2024
Definition of rarities
Noun
  • Do the wonders of the natural world draw you closer to all things green?
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The poet and scholar, who died Monday at 81, was a gifted chronicler of the wonders and complexity of Black life—a talent buoyed by her warm, imaginative approach to both art and social change.
    Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of wonders
Noun
  • Rather than seeing complex traits as entirely new inventions, this research suggests that evolution often recycles and repurposes existing genetic tools to build complexity on the foundation of simplicity.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Recognizing these traits helps teams navigate challenges, fostering balance and accountability in leadership dynamics.
    Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of traits
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  • Sales were ticking back up thanks to the success of its $5 meals and some limited-time souvenirs that won people back.
    Allison Morrow, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Luckily, some creative dressing and incredible souvenirs saved the day.
    Katy Spratte Joyce, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of souvenirs
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  • The show is a uniquely hilarious take on a collision of a riches to rags story and the familiarity of light crime and investigation infused with humour and local New Zealand quirks, all brought to life by the razor-sharp minds of comedy duo Laura Daniel and Joseph Moore.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
  • What’s most impressive about the sketch is Mescal’s ability to fit in with the cast mates and play off their quirks, proving his comic timing as adept as his emotional vulnerability.
    Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of quirks
Noun
  • According to Schrader, the key to Leonard Fife was simply stripping away all of Gere’s own mannerisms and affectations.
    Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Plus, the two women are friends, so Robbie would be able to study Swift’s mannerisms up close.
    Emma Specter, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of mannerisms
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  • Or how many were turned off by the continuing drumbeat of Kennedy oddities.
    James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024
  • That’s Crazy is worth a spin to peruse oddities, knickknacks, and The Walking Dead production clothing and props.
    Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of oddities
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