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
The diminishing results amplified his idiosyncrasies.
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Kansas City Star, 11 Mar. 2026
Conrad is full of wordy comic dialogue that often sings in its idiosyncrasy but also elicits little more than a chuckle.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2026
The idiosyncrasies Holtz brought to Notre Dame stuck with players and coaches who entered his orbit.
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2026
Everyone’s hearts are closer to the surface than usual, so being tolerant of one another’s idiosyncrasies could be necessary to avoid strife.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 1 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for idiosyncrasy
Kansas City Star, 11 Mar. 2026
Conrad is full of wordy comic dialogue that often sings in its idiosyncrasy but also elicits little more than a chuckle.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2026
The idiosyncrasies Holtz brought to Notre Dame stuck with players and coaches who entered his orbit.
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2026
Everyone’s hearts are closer to the surface than usual, so being tolerant of one another’s idiosyncrasies could be necessary to avoid strife.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 1 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for idiosyncrasy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for idiosyncrasy
Noun
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Supernova the Strongwoman will dazzle the crowd with risky tricks and demolition.—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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CEOs who have climbed to the top of their industries have an eagle eye for talent who drive success—and many have developed their own tricks to find the right hires.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In truth, a high-quality digital workup synthesizes how traits affect every part of your life.—
Lucy Jones
April 11,
Miami Herald,
11 Apr. 2026
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Early analyses have begun to link genes to traits such as drought tolerance and temperature adaptation, but researchers say more rigorous work is needed to confirm those links before they can be used to guide restoration.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The unusual characteristics of dark matter have prompted scientists to search beyond the standard model of particle physics for particles that could comprise it.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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The players are policing themselves in the locker room, a critical characteristic for building winning teams.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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But make no mistake, Bamford carries the series, tapping into her vast assortment of voices and quirks to disguise her character’s insecurity about existing in her own skin.—
Andrew Walsh,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Apr. 2026
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By a quirk of scheduling, Dutcher’s Aztecs faced the Wolverines and Wildcats less than a month apart during the fall.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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Fernandes has always been expressive on the field and at times appears frustrated, waving his arms around, and he has been criticised for these mannerisms by former United players who now work as pundits.—
Chris McKenna,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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The Only Murders in the Building star previously addressed speculation about changes in her appearance and mannerisms, attributing the differences to her ongoing battle with lupus and her bipolar disorder diagnosis.—
Chanel Vargas,
InStyle,
2 Apr. 2026
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Reinsdorf noted the peculiarities of the prior hiring process, which took place in March 2020 in the early throes of the COVID-19 pandemic with a limited ability to hold meetings and communicate remotely.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2026
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Simpson’s paradox demonstrates how counterintuitive statistics can be This article is from Proof Positive, our friendly newsletter that explores the joys and peculiarities of math.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
31 Mar. 2026
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So, there are no barriers for us in responding to each other’s musical eccentricities.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Pickles frequently appear in comedic settings, from cartoon characters struggling with oversized jars to absurd internet memes celebrating the eccentricity of pickle enthusiasts.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
31 Mar. 2026
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Your optimistic spirit stays strong when habits match your values, so pick savings goals that fit your real life.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
10 Apr. 2026
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Her testimony about her habits, her behavior, and her anxieties was relatable to many people.—
Jeannie Suk Gersen,
New Yorker,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Idiosyncrasy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/idiosyncrasy. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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