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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
While some of these films are more accessible than his earlier homegrown curiosities, none of them feel like sellout moves.
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A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2025
Founded in 1791, Vermont is a goldmine of historic landmarks and curiosities.
—Megan Margulies, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
The space was as vast as an airplane hangar, at once utilitarian and fanciful—a Bed Bath & Beyond stockroom crossed with a cabinet of curiosities.
—Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2025
All of those curiosities are being fed by the actual entity, which is One Piece x Mercer Labs.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 11 Oct. 2025
And indeed, some of the early frameworks were fragile curiosities, admired more for their elegance than their endurance.
—Stavroula Alina Kampouri, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2025
Without that structure, even the best tools are destined to remain curiosities rather than catalysts.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
When his rehab finally progressed enough over the summer to return to game action, his curiosities led him to teammate Harrison Barnes.
—Jared Weiss, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
These rare materials aren’t just scientific curiosities but vital in industries that demand resilience and durability.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2025
A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2025
Founded in 1791, Vermont is a goldmine of historic landmarks and curiosities.
—Megan Margulies, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
The space was as vast as an airplane hangar, at once utilitarian and fanciful—a Bed Bath & Beyond stockroom crossed with a cabinet of curiosities.
—Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2025
All of those curiosities are being fed by the actual entity, which is One Piece x Mercer Labs.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 11 Oct. 2025
And indeed, some of the early frameworks were fragile curiosities, admired more for their elegance than their endurance.
—Stavroula Alina Kampouri, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2025
Without that structure, even the best tools are destined to remain curiosities rather than catalysts.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
When his rehab finally progressed enough over the summer to return to game action, his curiosities led him to teammate Harrison Barnes.
—Jared Weiss, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
These rare materials aren’t just scientific curiosities but vital in industries that demand resilience and durability.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curiosities
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Oh Boy Records plans premium digital releases of Prine’s music, as well as other rarities and collectibles to be announced.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
6 Oct. 2025
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There will raffles and games for test pressings, rarities and other prizes.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
24 Sep. 2025
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But while many edibles and ornamentals make good companions for apples and other fruit trees, some plants just don't belong in your backyard orchard.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Oct. 2025
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The decor is relatively spare, allowing the natural materials to shine and emphasizing clever design tricks like the dining-table bench built into the back of the kitchen island.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
31 Oct. 2025
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Subscribe today As Halloween looms, Wall Street is balancing tricks and treats.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
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As the weather quickly cools, swapping your sheets can do wonders for your sleep.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Oct. 2025
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Playing well as a rim-runner/excelling in the pick-and-roll will do wonders for him.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
31 Oct. 2025
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Admittedly, this may delight a curious gardener who enjoys seeing what novelties a volunteer plant can produce.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
31 Oct. 2025
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Although both could be compelling novelties, neither improves the game.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
7 Oct. 2025
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There are other traits that their trips to the White House have in common.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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Based on ideas of recruit quality and the traits the military sees as best suited to success in the ranks, the military has mostly desired to recruit straight and white young men.—
Jeremiah Favara,
The Conversation,
3 Nov. 2025
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Ancelotti and Zidane certainly had their own tactical ideas, but were also pragmatic and based game plans primarily on the characteristics (strengths and weaknesses) of the squad made available to them.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
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For the chattering women, by contrast, the tool of power is writing; and for people who were almost certainly illiterate, the writing takes on almost magical characteristics.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
31 Oct. 2025
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What kind of modern and interactive souvenirs could align with Como’s mission?—
Molly Guthrey,
Twin Cities,
25 Oct. 2025
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Appealing to consumers searching for a piece of history, the store has gained a following of visitors hunting for unique souvenirs, designers on inspiration trips and local eccentrics.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Curiosities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curiosities. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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