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as in trick
an odd or peculiar habit
had the peculiarity of constantly fussing with his hair
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as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
as its name indicates, the red-winged blackbird has the distinctive peculiarity of a red patch on its wings
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Recent Examples of peculiarity
And as the play proceeds, those characters commit, ever more intensely, to their peculiarities.
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Big Think, 3 Nov. 2025
This has been Bears-Saints, with enough peculiarity to warrant its own documentary series.
—Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
These endeavors have given rise to the emerging field of quantum engineering, which aims to utilize the peculiarities of quantum physics for groundbreaking technological innovations.
—Zhixin Wang, The Conversation, 10 Oct. 2025
Excuse the cynicism, but this is the sort of combination of touchy-feely button-pushing and self-conscious peculiarity that’s meant to seem significant and profound that will bring out your inner rom-com Grinch.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for peculiarity
Big Think, 3 Nov. 2025
This has been Bears-Saints, with enough peculiarity to warrant its own documentary series.
—Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
These endeavors have given rise to the emerging field of quantum engineering, which aims to utilize the peculiarities of quantum physics for groundbreaking technological innovations.
—Zhixin Wang, The Conversation, 10 Oct. 2025
Excuse the cynicism, but this is the sort of combination of touchy-feely button-pushing and self-conscious peculiarity that’s meant to seem significant and profound that will bring out your inner rom-com Grinch.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for peculiarity
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The trick is to choose a nude shade that compliments your skin tone and apply a top coat so glossy and reflective your nails almost appear see-through.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
23 Jan. 2026
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But the trick becomes doing it over and over again, in a way that preserves arm health.—
Tribune News Service,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 Jan. 2026
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Music therapy seeks to tap into that innate characteristic of humankind.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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Both have dim, mysterious companions with unusual characteristics.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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And despite more than a century of academic debate, anthropologists cannot agree on a definitive explanation for why our species has evolved this trait.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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So did unassuming athleticism, a trait that most every teammate or coach notes about Stidham.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
24 Jan. 2026
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Brenda Looper joined the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette as a news clerk in April 1997, and worked as a feature writer, reviewer and copy editor on the news side before moving to the opinion section in July 2011.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
28 Jan. 2026
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Together, these features make the Advanced Driving Simulation Center a powerful tool.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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Your quirks, your opinions, your specific way of seeing the world, that's your competitive advantage.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The show is equally witty about the quirks of the 21st century movie business.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
26 Jan. 2026
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Their mission is to represent the highest level of excellence in the world of wine; to be synonymous with both exquisite quality and sustainability; to blend family heritage and innovation; and to be aspirational through their vision and passion.—
Yuri Shima,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Bryan Hendricks,
Arkansas Online,
25 Jan. 2026
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Kusher is perfectly cast in the role, mirroring the mannerisms and obsessions of our real-life trillionaires and billionaires.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2026
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Ramírez said that even his mannerisms, which had changed from years up north, quickly identified him as an outsider.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Jan. 2026
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Both agree this cohort requires a unique approach to onboarding that takes into account generational attributes.—
John Kell,
Fortune,
28 Jan. 2026
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The Huskies’ defense was the difference in the game, both with their strategy and physical attributes.—
David Delgado,
Oc Register,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Peculiarity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peculiarity. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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