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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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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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Recent Examples of curiosities
The 1950s saw the scientific community dismiss neural networks as theoretical curiosities.
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Sadhasivam Mohanadas, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
This transit is all about DIY energy, too, so embrace your curiosities.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The former senior specialist said that one of the curiosities of working at Sotheby’s was how much time the staff spent thinking about ways to differentiate the auction house from Christie’s, only to discover that most clients couldn’t really tell the two apart.
—Sam Knight, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Beyond the familiar planets lies a fascinating frontier filled with icy worlds, mysterious orbits, and cosmic curiosities.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 18 Aug. 2025
In rare cases, goats develop extra horns through a genetic mutation called polyceraty, often becoming local curiosities.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 14 Aug. 2025
But Noah … the very first draft of the scripts was his curiosities, extended from Alien.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 11 Aug. 2025
Fans from as far as Alaska have made the pilgrimage to Smitty’s to marvel at his den of curiosities.
—Katherine Laidlaw, HubSpot, 8 Aug. 2025
The museum is designed as a modern interpretation of a Wunderkammer, or cabinet of curiosities.
—Carved, Sourcing Journal, 6 Aug. 2025
Sadhasivam Mohanadas, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
This transit is all about DIY energy, too, so embrace your curiosities.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The former senior specialist said that one of the curiosities of working at Sotheby’s was how much time the staff spent thinking about ways to differentiate the auction house from Christie’s, only to discover that most clients couldn’t really tell the two apart.
—Sam Knight, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Beyond the familiar planets lies a fascinating frontier filled with icy worlds, mysterious orbits, and cosmic curiosities.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 18 Aug. 2025
In rare cases, goats develop extra horns through a genetic mutation called polyceraty, often becoming local curiosities.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 14 Aug. 2025
But Noah … the very first draft of the scripts was his curiosities, extended from Alien.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 11 Aug. 2025
Fans from as far as Alaska have made the pilgrimage to Smitty’s to marvel at his den of curiosities.
—Katherine Laidlaw, HubSpot, 8 Aug. 2025
The museum is designed as a modern interpretation of a Wunderkammer, or cabinet of curiosities.
—Carved, Sourcing Journal, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curiosities
Noun
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Backman is one of the rarities.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
31 Aug. 2025
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But ambitious ones have become rarities, much like long magazine features and serious documentaries, surviving either as luxuries created by the privileged few or as labors of love made in the margins by committed independents who will work to keep the form alive.—
Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Another garden mainstay, marigolds bloom from early summer through fall, and they're cherished as ornamentals as well as pest-repelling companion plants.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Aug. 2025
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From sleight-of-hand tricks to daring stunts, the afternoon is designed to keep the laughs and gasps coming.—
Tiffani Jackson Skinner,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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Even if your furry friend has already mastered the obedience basics, try adding some new party tricks to their command repertoire.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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However, enjoying all these wonders won't come cheap, with the highest prices for gym memberships, movie tickets, public transportation and meals out.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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Reconnecting with the beauty, awe and wonders of life within and around us informs our senses, perceptions, thoughts and actions as well as improving our well-being.—
Jessica DuLong,
CNN Money,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Crypto and alternative assets are no longer novelties; they’re seamlessly woven into modern financial habits.—
Murad Salikhov,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Who knew if these roles were flukes — one-offs, novelties — or if Jerry Adler would defy the odds stacked up against any actor, much less a sexagenarian new to the game, and continue to find work in his newfound profession.—
Howard Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Aug. 2025
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Shoddy-Mushroom-8456/Shoddy-Mushroom-8456 Others thought Bella could be a Goldador—a popular cross between a golden retriever and a Labrador retriever, combining the traits of both breeds.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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As such, there are certain similarities with erring politicians who some believe become undone by a mixture of various traits that tends not to exist in the wider population.—
Roger Trapp,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Mastantuono, 18, has the characteristics to contribute from a deeper position, but his signing was intended for more attacking areas, as is being seen.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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Experts highlighted its clean aerodynamic profile and radar-evading shape, which suggest stealth characteristics comparable to leading US designs.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Sep. 2025
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Sarah Michelle Gellar has plenty of souvenirs from the '90s.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Parker Ashton-Youngs Longmont, CO Parker bought these earrings at the base of Kilimanjaro, proving that adventure souvenirs always make for stellar accessories.—
Matt Nager,
Outside,
1 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Curiosities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curiosities. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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