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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
Research asserts that curiosity is a fundamental tool for emotional intimacy.
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Mark Travers, CNBC, 29 June 2025
The search for extraterrestrial life has long gone back and forth between scientific curiosity, public fascination and outright skepticism.
—Oliver Swainston, Space.com, 28 June 2025
But, well, there are these nagging curiosities that don’t seem to fit.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 27 June 2025
The technology is the most interesting part of the sequel, but there’s both far too much hand-waving and far too little curiosity about the imaginative devices on which the film is centered.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 26 June 2025
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Mark Travers, CNBC, 29 June 2025
The search for extraterrestrial life has long gone back and forth between scientific curiosity, public fascination and outright skepticism.
—Oliver Swainston, Space.com, 28 June 2025
But, well, there are these nagging curiosities that don’t seem to fit.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 27 June 2025
The technology is the most interesting part of the sequel, but there’s both far too much hand-waving and far too little curiosity about the imaginative devices on which the film is centered.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 26 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for curiosity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curiosity
Noun
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As the animals have become more common and occasionally prey on or attack pets, public concerns about coyotes attacking people, especially children, have increased.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
14 July 2025
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Those investments have created concern in recent years for some stakeholders.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Stalter is refreshingly comfortable in her own skin—a rarity in Hollywood (and everywhere else, really).—
Lindy Segal,
Glamour,
7 July 2025
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But that isn’t the case for the Cardinals, who are a rarity in this regard.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
6 July 2025
Noun
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Scales attack a variety of plants including woody ornamentals such as boxwoods, camellias and hollies, young trees such as maples, and houseplants.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
26 June 2025
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To maintain healthy ornamentals that bloom abundantly, avoid pruning these 10 plants in summer.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2025
Noun
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Did any of those tips and tricks come in handy here?—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
5 July 2025
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Truth is, finding universal tips and tricks for keeping your cortisol levels stable first thing in the morning and when leaving the house is tough.—
Ana Morales,
Vogue,
5 July 2025
Noun
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Black told jurors the video shows Johnson sitting calmly through nearly an hour of questioning before launching the assault.—
Miguel Torres,
AZCentral.com,
3 July 2025
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Her persistence and questioning are contagious to her classmates, too.—
Caroline Beck,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
Noun
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The combination of mechanics and electronics to extract every nuance from the grooves of a vinyl pressing is a wonder of engineering and enjoying a renaissance in the age of digital music.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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These woven wonders are sure to spark a little joy in your accessories closet—with just the right dose of seasonal cheer.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
11 July 2025
Noun
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O’Brien says his critics might be confused because of the novelty of his approach.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
10 July 2025
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But attendance at Sutter Health Park has likely received a boost from the novelty available to fans, of seeing a major-league team play in a 13,400-seat, minor-league stadium.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
10 July 2025
Noun
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What wasn’t reported was Rivera’s aversion to pitches coming near him, a trait that’s fatal to long-term hitting success.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 July 2025
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This industry-wide trait is also reflected in valuation standards.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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“Curiosity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curiosity. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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