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as in trick
an odd or peculiar habit
had the peculiarity of constantly fussing with his hair
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as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
as its name indicates, the red-winged blackbird has the distinctive peculiarity of a red patch on its wings
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Recent Examples of peculiarity
An Australian claymation wonder, Memoir of a Snail is an odd yet captivating tale of memory, loss, and the peculiarities of human (and snail) behavior.
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Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Nov. 2024
Its conceptual peculiarities — the dialogue in verse, the neo-Roman hair and costume design — can be endearing, but the performances are all over the place, and not every actor appears to have gotten the memo.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2024
Photo: Wilson Webb/Weinstein Company/Everett Collection Blame it on the peculiarities of awards season that Blanchett was considered the lead in this exquisite romantic drama while Rooney Mara, who’s actually the main character, was slotted as the supporting role.
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 18 Oct. 2024
Sometimes explorations of the unknown cross not into a strange land but into the peculiarities of the human mind.
—The Week Us, theweek, 15 Oct. 2024
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Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Nov. 2024
Its conceptual peculiarities — the dialogue in verse, the neo-Roman hair and costume design — can be endearing, but the performances are all over the place, and not every actor appears to have gotten the memo.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2024
Photo: Wilson Webb/Weinstein Company/Everett Collection Blame it on the peculiarities of awards season that Blanchett was considered the lead in this exquisite romantic drama while Rooney Mara, who’s actually the main character, was slotted as the supporting role.
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 18 Oct. 2024
Sometimes explorations of the unknown cross not into a strange land but into the peculiarities of the human mind.
—The Week Us, theweek, 15 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peculiarity
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Magness recommended a trick backed by psychology: Use second- and third-person pronouns when talking to yourself, instead of first-person pronouns.Ashton Jackson, CNBC, 17 Jan. 2025
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When working with one or a few rats, snacks like nuts, seeds, and fruit often do the trick.Laura Bradley, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2025
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Rums made from sugar cane juice are also more expressive of terroir and vintage characteristics.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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These offensive characteristics are complemented by his smart movement inside the penalty area, which is visible in his goals for Frankfurt.The Athletic UK Staff, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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This month’s trait, kindness, will be celebrated in a Kindness Week at the end of January.Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Jan. 2025
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Aside from this unusual trait, Yellow Red Heart promises to delight with vibrant yellow blossoms with a red throat that start early and continue through to a heavy frost.Dawn Pettinelli, Hartford Courant, 18 Jan. 2025
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On the right team, that could be a feature, not a bug.John Hollinger, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Filled with a blend of down and feathers, this ultra-warm coat is a bold option for taking on the dropping temperatures in style, and with a multitude of thoughtful features, it’s guaranteed to become your go-to for traveling.Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2025
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Preparing for this year’s Orange Bowl One quirk of this year’s Orange Bowl matchup: The committee didn’t know exactly who would be playing in the game until Thursday night.Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2025
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Ultimately though, the pros say learning TGL’s quirks is not unlike preparing for any new course on the calendar.Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 3 Jan. 2025
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For retail buyers looking to discover the best-in-the-world quality and expertise that Italian menswear has to offer, Chicago Collective is one of the top buyer’s markets in the U.S. for the ITA to showcase.Fairchild Studio, WWD, 14 Jan. 2025
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Japanese selvedge denim is celebrated by enthusiasts as the pinnacle of quality in the denim world.Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 14 Jan. 2025
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Common features in children who claim to have led a previous life include a verbal precocity and mannerisms at odds with that of the rest of the family.Saskia Solomon, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
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Brody was 7 years old when his grandfather died, but the memories of his speech and mannerisms left their mark.E. Alex Jung, Vulture, 23 Dec. 2024
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Stewart's ability to hit for power could be an attractive attribute for a team that hit 160 home runs in 2024 — 25th in Major League Baseball.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025
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But all represent the crème de la crème of luxury hospitality in France and are recognized for their exceptional architecture, design, heritage, cuisine, and service—to name a few attributes.Mary Winston Nicklin, AFAR Media, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Peculiarity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peculiarity. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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