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as in inquisitive
interested in what is not one's own business
curious neighbors peered out of their windows as the new people moved in
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as in strange
different from the ordinary in a way that causes curiosity or suspicion
that's a pretty curious coincidence—almost too curious to be believed
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as in unusual
noticeably different from what is generally found or experienced
that is one of the most curious paintings I've ever seen
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Recent Examples of curious
His groundbreaking show is a blueprint for that vision, offering an entry point for anyone curious about anime or immersive art.
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Okla Jones, Essence, 11 Oct. 2025
The best defense is … Back in Week 4, as the Patriots shook off a few cobwebs during a slow start against Carolina, Kuhr developed a curious play-calling pattern.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 11 Oct. 2025
The comedy-adventure property centers on Wadoo, a curious young dragoness who leads preschoolers on musical journeys through a magical world.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Oct. 2025
Throughout their time in Greensbury, the family must navigate a variety of events — from new teaching jobs and memorable neighbors to a curious town legend, which may be more fact than fiction, per the book's official synopsis.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
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Okla Jones, Essence, 11 Oct. 2025
The best defense is … Back in Week 4, as the Patriots shook off a few cobwebs during a slow start against Carolina, Kuhr developed a curious play-calling pattern.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 11 Oct. 2025
The comedy-adventure property centers on Wadoo, a curious young dragoness who leads preschoolers on musical journeys through a magical world.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Oct. 2025
Throughout their time in Greensbury, the family must navigate a variety of events — from new teaching jobs and memorable neighbors to a curious town legend, which may be more fact than fiction, per the book's official synopsis.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for curious
Adjective
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Her question, in Lipe-Smith’s inquisitive piccolo of a voice, is heartbreaking in its blend of straightforwardness and desperate desire, as is her mother’s wavering response.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
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For inquisitive minds stashed in MLB front offices the Rockies represent an untapped opportunity and a riveting research project.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Every city’s got that one weirdo kid making strange music.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
10 Oct. 2025
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The Sidney-Levi side of the proceedings is less interesting but more dominant, demonstrating a strange misunderstanding of the show’s appeal.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
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This is not unusual, because Mahomes teammates have done that in the past (notably Tyreek Hill, Travis Kelce and many others).—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
13 Oct. 2025
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Sometimes, Gatlin would also approve invoices from Georgia companies, which would have been unusual given that Jackson Health System and the Foundation usually work with South Florida vendors.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
12 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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There was, however, one person this week who was not interested, at all, in reminiscing.—
David Aldridge,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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Miramax produced and financed the film, which hoped to serve as counter-programming for females not interested in Tron or the myriad of male-skewing films dominating the marquee.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Haji Wright scored against the Netherlands, but off of a bizarre finish.—
Paul Tenorio,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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Known for his comic relief, zany ways of thinking, and cravings for bizarre foods, the audience admires his individuality and loyalty to Scooby.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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During this process, scientists look at the safety and effectiveness of the vaccine, testing it first in small groups to assess safety, then in larger groups to confirm protection and detect uncommon side effects.—
David Higgins,
The Conversation,
7 Oct. 2025
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Side effects are uncommon in healthy people and may include symptoms like gas and bloating.—
Kirstyn Hill,
Health,
6 Oct. 2025
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The novel reminds us of how funny Krasznahorkai can be.—
James Wood,
New Yorker,
10 Oct. 2025
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Karlsson is very likable, funny, smart and charismatic.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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Rather, this is about how the touchdowns rate on the weird/ridiculous scale.—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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There was a divine perfection to it all in a weird way.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Curious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curious. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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