1
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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2
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
Perhaps had this announcement been made many years ago, it might have been received with a measure of curiosity, as his use of 3D for the movie Hugo did in 2011.
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David Deal, Forbes.com, 5 June 2026
These days, living through a presidency marked by narrowness and resentment, the grace, humor, and curiosity with which Barack Obama approached the world feel impossibly distant.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 4 June 2026
Your optimism helps others stay open, while your curiosity quickly finds the tweak that turns tension into teamwork.
—Pubsubhub User, Baltimore Sun, 4 June 2026
Much piques our curiosity about Springfield’s failure to settle on a pathway to constructing a new domed stadium for the Chicago Bears.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 4 June 2026
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David Deal, Forbes.com, 5 June 2026
These days, living through a presidency marked by narrowness and resentment, the grace, humor, and curiosity with which Barack Obama approached the world feel impossibly distant.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 4 June 2026
Your optimism helps others stay open, while your curiosity quickly finds the tweak that turns tension into teamwork.
—Pubsubhub User, Baltimore Sun, 4 June 2026
Much piques our curiosity about Springfield’s failure to settle on a pathway to constructing a new domed stadium for the Chicago Bears.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 4 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for curiosity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curiosity
Noun
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Analysts have previously expressed concern that US stocks of the interceptors have been depleted by the Iran conflict as well as by last year’s 12-day war between Israel and Iran, and noted that manufacturing more takes time.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
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Those concerns that chopped 30% off cyber stocks earlier this year could not have been more wrong, as Jim Cramer had said all along.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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Millions of Americans treated college not as a rarity, but as a natural stepping stone into the world of cubicles and six-figure salaries.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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But the Lamborghini Miura may be ultimate finger on the pulse, not just for its heritage or rarity, but for its democratization.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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This substance, aptly named powdery mildew, is a common fungus that affects an array of ornamentals, vegetables, and herbs.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
31 May 2026
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Garlic, onions, chives, and other plants in the allium family, including ornamentals, have a strong and pungent odor that repels an assortment of garden pests.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 May 2026
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And are there any tips and tricks for planning and executing the perfect anti-aging trip?—
Alessandra Signorelli,
Vogue,
29 May 2026
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Since Hathaway's viral video, people have posted themselves doing her trick, sometimes to shocking results.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Bailey, despite frequent questioning by reporters, has not identified what his own plan would be to keep the Bears.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2026
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Arriving officers found a woman outside a home who matched the description of a possible suspect and took her into custody for questioning, Gonzalez said.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
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Last summer, Amy Gleason became a true believer in the wonders of artificial intelligence.—
Elizabeth Dwoskin,
Washington Post,
4 June 2026
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Little wonder, then, that so many candidates see an opening.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2026
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These six destinations stand out because street food isn’t a novelty there — it’s woven into daily life.—
Lauren Schuster,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2026
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Another novelty performer attempted to play songs using vegetables.—
Deirdre Durkan,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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The order from Phelan, who later abruptly departed his post in April, said the board should consider an officer's performance, competence and character, among other traits, as part of those qualifications.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
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After several records of muted ideas, Death Cab for Cutie sound emboldened again while recalling the songwriting traits that once set them apart in a sea of indie-rock bands who’ve since petered out.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
6 June 2026
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“Curiosity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curiosity. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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