as in eccentrics
a person of odd or whimsical habits
just an old codger who never harmed anyone
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Noun
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Inbred eccentrics and bumbling detectives have populated the seaside villages of Bruno Dumont’s absurdist comedies.—
Jessica Kiang,
Variety,
16 June 2026 -
But the film is really a tour of a pre-gentrified East Village, full of low-key bars and cafes, run-down apartments, eccentrics and struggling artists.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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Tawny Port spends years in barrel, picking up notes of caramel, nuts, and toffee along the way.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Pairing them with a meal containing some fat, even avocado toast or yogurt with nuts, makes a real difference.—
Allison Palmer
Updated June 13,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
Noun
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Reid had already spent two seasons playing Lestat through other characters’ memories and perspectives.—
Precious Fondren,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Kids love the age-specific kids' programming, Xbox lounge, Sesame Street characters, and enormous water park, while adults enjoy golf, scuba lessons, and 26 dining options, including casual beach spots and upscale fusion restaurants.—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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“Codgers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/codgers. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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