as in romantic
excitingly or mysteriously unusual
the gradual disappearance of exotic lands in a culturally homogenized world
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as in rarity
something strange or unusual that is an object of interest
the botanical garden boasts an array of horticultural exotics from around the world
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Recent Examples of exotic
Nikki Giovanni
september 3, Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
This could include some sort of novel, exotic form of mass or energy, a non-standard form of dark matter or dark energy that decays or otherwise interacts, or a modification to one or more laws of physics.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 2 Sep. 2025
Paul Cappiello, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
On track, the ZR1 will meet or beat exotics like the $608,000 Lamborghini Revuelto, the $525,000 Ferrari SF90, or the $245,000 Porsche 911 GT3 RS with the Weissach Package.
—Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 25 June 2025
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Adjective
An exotic mix of tears and sympathy.
—Nikki Giovanni
september 3, Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
This could include some sort of novel, exotic form of mass or energy, a non-standard form of dark matter or dark energy that decays or otherwise interacts, or a modification to one or more laws of physics.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 2 Sep. 2025
Noun
The question is, if our native plants evolved under the local conditions, how on earth do these exotics outcompete them?
—Paul Cappiello, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
On track, the ZR1 will meet or beat exotics like the $608,000 Lamborghini Revuelto, the $525,000 Ferrari SF90, or the $245,000 Porsche 911 GT3 RS with the Weissach Package.
—Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exotic
Adjective
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In this state, the nervous system’s fight-or-flight response takes priority, inhibiting relaxation, pleasure and trust, which make for the key ingredients of romantic connection.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The history of when to break romantic tension on a TV series often has an outsized impact on the reception or even lifespan of that series.—
Mikey O'Connell,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Sep. 2025
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Antique furnishings and heirlooms from the Parker family’s time in the home give it character, yet the overall feel is fresh, welcoming, and refreshingly unfussy—a rarity among historic B&Bs.—
Jill Robbins,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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Plus, there’s a rooftop pool, a rarity in the neighborhood.—
Kate Kassin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Because something very strange happens here.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Probably not, given the company’s strange hesitance to part ways with its current leadership.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The 12-piece line, featuring colorful plates, cups, candleholders, and a show-stopping spiral vase, reimagines classic Swedish holiday traditions with a fresh, joyful edge.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
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Her character also loved wearing colorful hues like orange, according to Mickens, this reflects her actual Caribbean heritage.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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International implications of using foreign fighters By allowing non-Ukrainians to serve, Kyiv runs the risk of these fighters being labelled as mercenaries by Russia, leaving them vulnerable to capture, detention and extradition to Russia.—
Rebecca Johns,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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One of the charming aspects of following foreign football is realising that certain concepts are expressed in different ways to how it’s done in your own country.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Exotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exotic. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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