as in trick
an odd or peculiar habit
his only idiosyncrasy is his inveterate wearing of sneakers, even with business suits
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Recent Examples of idiosyncrasy
Chan's lighthearted commentary on the idiosyncrasies from their older counterparts provides a humorous lens through which .
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Melissa Fleur Afshar, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Director Morii, according to the festival’s notes, spent a month traveling along the route himself, and that familiarity with the area’s idiosyncrasies and winding paths comes across loud and clear.
—Kambole Campbell, IndieWire, 2 Nov. 2024
In a way, this book of science also becomes a work of fiction because it’s shot through with the idiosyncrasies of the person writing it.
—Amy Brady, Scientific American, 22 Oct. 2024
Trench is born out of the tumult of those years, and throughout the record’s double-disc journey, Nuna comes out on the other side with a greater understanding of how to streamline her idiosyncrasies into a concise project.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 18 Oct. 2024
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Melissa Fleur Afshar, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Director Morii, according to the festival’s notes, spent a month traveling along the route himself, and that familiarity with the area’s idiosyncrasies and winding paths comes across loud and clear.
—Kambole Campbell, IndieWire, 2 Nov. 2024
In a way, this book of science also becomes a work of fiction because it’s shot through with the idiosyncrasies of the person writing it.
—Amy Brady, Scientific American, 22 Oct. 2024
Trench is born out of the tumult of those years, and throughout the record’s double-disc journey, Nuna comes out on the other side with a greater understanding of how to streamline her idiosyncrasies into a concise project.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 18 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for idiosyncrasy
Noun
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The Shopping Conspiracy, which is about tricks that companies use to keep us buying stuff all the time.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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The trick was exploiting a Google invention called transformers to create astoundingly capable language models.Steven Levy, WIRED, 21 Nov. 2024
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These traits make for an adventurous and outgoing kiddo.Holly Garcia, Parents, 22 Nov. 2024
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This is different than the traditional DEI training in part because many of these traits are invisible, undisclosed and possibly undiagnosed. 4.Shaun Arora, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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In addition, Yorkshire county sculptor Steve Winterburn recommends getting close with a subject’s family and friends to help find characteristics.Ken Maguire, Chicago Tribune, 30 Nov. 2024
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The region’s soil mixture of marl, clayey limestone, marine sandstone, and rough clay draws out Glera’s creamy texture and fresh peach notes, the wine’s signature aromatic characteristic.Paul Caputo, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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Donohue and Borges star as their friends Lindsay and Edgar, who come with their own set of eccentric quirks.Glenn Garner, Deadline, 24 Nov. 2024
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This dual jurisdiction is due to a historical quirk.Alden Abbott, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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As the actor prepared, Daniels took note of Leno's unique voice and mannerisms.Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 5 Dec. 2024
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These tools are capable of mimicking subtle facial expressions, voice patterns, and even mannerisms, making the forgeries increasingly believable.Chris Westfall, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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An Australian claymation wonder, Memoir of a Snail is an odd yet captivating tale of memory, loss, and the peculiarities of human (and snail) behavior.Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Nov. 2024
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Its conceptual peculiarities — the dialogue in verse, the neo-Roman hair and costume design — can be endearing, but the performances are all over the place, and not every actor appears to have gotten the memo.Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2024
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Anderson often encourages eccentricity in his stars, but Life Aquatic inspired a warmer, more vulnerable side in Blanchett, who plays the woman who attracts both famed oceanographer Steve Zissou (Bill Murray) and the sweet, dopey Ned Plimpton (Owen Wilson), who may be Steve’s son.Tim Grierson, Vulture, 18 Oct. 2024
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To explain these eccentricities, astronomers have proposed the existence of a ninth large planet, with a mass of Mars or bigger, lurking in the dark out there.Michael Irving, New Atlas, 12 Sep. 2024
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Establish small, meaningful habits that align with your goals, such as: Running or walking daily, focusing on the act rather than the outcome.Luciana Paulise, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Don't let these bad habits lead to expensive plumbing repairs.Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2024
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“Idiosyncrasy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/idiosyncrasy. Accessed 9 Dec. 2024.
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