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as in concern
an eager desire to find out about things that are often none of one's business
our neighbor's curiosity about what we were doing last night was really offensive
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as in rarity
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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as in ornamental
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 trick
an odd or peculiar habit
Charles Dickens typically endowed his characters with an array of endearing curiosities
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Recent Examples of curiosity
My films are fuelled by my ignorance, my curiosity, my longing, my fear – all of that.
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Leo Barraclough, Variety, 20 Nov. 2024
Leading men of the time were mass-market curiosities and genuinely unapproachable through other means; the space at the top of culture was still fairly small, and people were hungry to gaze at it.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 15 Nov. 2024
However, short trips, a chance to learn something new, and visits with people from different backgrounds and other countries will also stimulate your curiosity.
—Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 13 Nov. 2024
John Doman, a Pioneer Press photographer for decades, was gifted in capturing the essence of a moment and displaying humanity in a photograph through his curiosity and compassion.
—Natasha Delion, Twin Cities, 9 Nov. 2024
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Leo Barraclough, Variety, 20 Nov. 2024
Leading men of the time were mass-market curiosities and genuinely unapproachable through other means; the space at the top of culture was still fairly small, and people were hungry to gaze at it.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 15 Nov. 2024
However, short trips, a chance to learn something new, and visits with people from different backgrounds and other countries will also stimulate your curiosity.
—Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 13 Nov. 2024
John Doman, a Pioneer Press photographer for decades, was gifted in capturing the essence of a moment and displaying humanity in a photograph through his curiosity and compassion.
—Natasha Delion, Twin Cities, 9 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for curiosity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curiosity
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Clinging to life, Kristina Lara’s only concern lay with the welfare of her young children.Jose R. Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
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This love is defined by the Greeks as agape — selfless concern for the well-being of others (our neighbors).Ron Swain, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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While Turkey Day game days are considered a rarity for some teams, the Lions and Giants will hit the holiday field for the 59th year in a row.Skyler Caruso, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024
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The brand will also bring a unique in-person shopping experience to Indy as Primark does not sell products online, operating solely as a brick-and-mortar store, a rarity in the age of rabid online shopping.Alysa Guffey, The Indianapolis Star, 27 Nov. 2024
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The three most common types of eucalyptus were brought there because people wanted them for either ornamentals or for timber trees.Jennie Rothenberg Gritz, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Sep. 2024
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However, with such a large group, almost any plant can be attacked, from houseplants to outdoor ornamentals.Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2024
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The Shopping Conspiracy, which is about tricks that companies use to keep us buying stuff all the time.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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There are all of these very special tricks, flourishes, and touches, which are unique to them.Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 21 Nov. 2024
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Marty Makary became a GOP favorite for his questioning of COVID restrictions.Anne Flaherty, ABC News, 22 Nov. 2024
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Stefanik’s questioning of university presidents over antisemitism on their campuses helped lead to two of those presidents resigning, further raising her national profile.Thomas Beaumont, Fortune, 20 Nov. 2024
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That’s part of the Dune trap — moviegoers for the 1984 version were greeted with a glossary of terminology — but so far, the show doesn’t have the magisterial wonder of the Villeneuve films to give it a boost.Scott Tobias, Vulture, 17 Nov. 2024
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The cryptocurrency is now the eighth (most valuable) wonder of the financial world — beating out silver.Melvin Backman, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024
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The parade’s 98th year was the largest yet, with more than 5,000 volunteers, 17 character balloons, 22 floats, 15 heritage and novelty balloons, more than 700 clowns, 11 marching bands and 10 performance groups.Violet Goldstone, WWD, 30 Nov. 2024
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This year's lineup is slated to showcase 22 floats, 17 character balloons, 15 heritage or novelty balloons and more than 700 clowns, according to NBC, which broadcasts the event.Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
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These traits make for an adventurous and outgoing kiddo.Holly Garcia, Parents, 22 Nov. 2024
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This is different than the traditional DEI training in part because many of these traits are invisible, undisclosed and possibly undiagnosed. 4.Shaun Arora, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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“Curiosity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curiosity. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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