1
as in tricks
an odd or peculiar habit
for all of her quiddities, she is a very wise and generous lady
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2
as in essences
the quality or qualities that make a thing what it is
Rembrandt's genius was his unparalleled ability to render a person's quiddity in a single portrait
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Now streaming on Disney+ RoboGobo saves a scared bat and stops The Slink from haunting MetroPet Island with her tricks.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Sep. 2025 -
Buff Lightweight Merino Wool Neck Gaiter Another favorite from my bag of tricks, this Merino wool neck gaiter from Buff can transform, too.—
Alice Bennett,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Sep. 2025
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The songs pack a wide range of elements into a single track, starting with rock, pop, soul, funk, dub, club music, and rap, plus various other essences, from singer-songwriter-like qualities to music originating from Japan’s internet like Vocaloid.—
Billboard Japan,
Billboard,
25 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, the Enchanted glittered with edible pink shimmer dust, and bursting with fruity, botanical flavors – Grey Goose with watermelon basil essences, vermouth and basil.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Autism spectrum disorder, as it is officially called, is a complex neurodevelopmental condition, with a wide range of characteristics and support levels.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
26 Sep. 2025
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More than 900 properties across the city contributed to the honor and were celebrated for the same characteristics that can lead to a citation under the vegetation ordinance.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Sep. 2025
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Synthetic cannabinoids imitate the effects of substances like marijuana.—
Abigail Brooks,
NBC news,
25 Sep. 2025
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There are many substances, such as snow, clouds, and milk, that don’t have light-absorbing pigments but are still opaque.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
25 Sep. 2025
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Rose, for example, was picked for two fourballs matches, with his high birdie-rate and standout putting both useful traits for the format.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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Taxonomists are instead working to preserve a planetary memory—an archive of life—and to decode which traits help creatures adapt, migrate, or otherwise survive in a rapidly changing climate.—
Marion Renault,
The Atlantic,
29 Sep. 2025
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Each of the stars has been subjected to intense scientific scrutiny over recent decades, revealing fascinating insights into their diverse natures.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Tag fighting names are beloved for their chaotic natures, which see multiple characters popping normals, specials, or supers, and Invincible VS is no different.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
9 Aug. 2025
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Linklater took a more aggressive directorial tack than usual, pushing Hawke to subtract any mannerisms that smacked too much of himself.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
27 Sep. 2025
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South Park had previously skewered the far-right pundit by having Cartman adopt his mannerisms and debate style.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
25 Sep. 2025
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Alongside Mignatti, architect Marco Lecchi coordinated construction, and is intimately familiar with the area and its peculiarities.—
Francesca Longoni,
Architectural Digest,
16 Sep. 2025
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Many other aircraft types contain similar peculiarities.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Quiddities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quiddities. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.
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