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an odd or peculiar habit
wearing red shoes every day is just one of her quirks
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Recent Examples of quirks
The children are all remembered for their quirks and love of family.
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Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
One of the new quirks of the 2026 schedule involves Watkins Glen International, site of this weekend’s Cup Series race, shifting from its longstanding late summer date to Mother’s Day weekend.
—Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 8 May 2026
One of my favorite little quirks in the show is the stitched detailing along the right edge of Alassio.
—Grace Edquist, Vogue, 7 May 2026
Which, in turn, leads her to make friends who appreciate her cerebral quirks.
—Judy Berman, Time, 6 May 2026
Now, rather than fall in line with the stereotypical notions of Housewifedom, Rusch leans into her quirks and remains unflappable no matter what her castmates throw her way — from claiming her divorce was fraudulent to criticizing her potato salad.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 6 May 2026
Due to quirks of history and property tax law, a special tax increment district to fund a major project — like a baseball stadium — would generate more revenue on the west side of the Sacramento River.
—Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026
This is an older home, and some of its charms come with quirks.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
One of his quirks is collecting cologne.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
One of the new quirks of the 2026 schedule involves Watkins Glen International, site of this weekend’s Cup Series race, shifting from its longstanding late summer date to Mother’s Day weekend.
—Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 8 May 2026
One of my favorite little quirks in the show is the stitched detailing along the right edge of Alassio.
—Grace Edquist, Vogue, 7 May 2026
Which, in turn, leads her to make friends who appreciate her cerebral quirks.
—Judy Berman, Time, 6 May 2026
Now, rather than fall in line with the stereotypical notions of Housewifedom, Rusch leans into her quirks and remains unflappable no matter what her castmates throw her way — from claiming her divorce was fraudulent to criticizing her potato salad.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 6 May 2026
Due to quirks of history and property tax law, a special tax increment district to fund a major project — like a baseball stadium — would generate more revenue on the west side of the Sacramento River.
—Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026
This is an older home, and some of its charms come with quirks.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
One of his quirks is collecting cologne.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quirks
Noun
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As his tricks progressed, the Young Man felt horrified and confused at the same time.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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From that moment on, people in Cuba have been unable to access El Estornudo except through technological tricks like VPNs and proxies that alter their geolocation.—
Abraham Jiménez Enoa,
The Dial,
19 May 2026
Noun
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Researchers from Fukushima University and Hirosaki University analyzed DNA samples from the mutant animals and discovered that the offspring inherited key reproductive traits from domestic pigs.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
22 May 2026
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The Lego form allows other versions of these characters to be brought together and for their unifying personality and traits to come out.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
22 May 2026
Noun
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Ellie tries to embody each artist and that takes studying of the mannerisms because the mannerisms are what bring it to life, not the staging or anything else.—
Ralphie Aversa,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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Meta staffers could potentially converse with and get feedback from the virtual double trained on his mannerisms, tone, public statements, and sentiments about the company’s strategy.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Jean-Claude Manuguerra, who heads Pasteur's Environment and Infectious Risk unit, said the remaining variation appeared to reflect natural viral variation and did not seem to affect the characteristics of the virus detected among travelers.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
16 May 2026
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Flock Safety's license plate reader technology captures vehicle information, including license plates and vehicle characteristics such as make, model and color on the property.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
Noun
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Even a Massie win, as one strategist told Salon, wouldn’t necessarily justify clean conclusions about the President given the idiosyncrasies of Massie’s district, which stretches from the Cincinnati suburbs to the West Virginia border.—
Jon Allsop,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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Although jazz can be powerfully expressive of a composer or musician’s personal idiosyncrasies and attitude (think of Miles Davis or Sun Ra), blues is the domain of raw emotion.—
René Ostberg,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Of course, in addition to being perfect by becoming a doctor, John had selected, despite her eccentricities, the perfect mate in their parents’ eyes.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 May 2026
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Still, even an understanding of Turner’s eccentricities didn’t prepare the Braves to learn the morning of their game against Pittsburgh that the team’s owner was now the manager.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Replacing one filter, using a HEPA purifier or changing a few cleaning habits can all help reduce indoor air pollutants over time.—
Ryan Brennan
May 19,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
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The key is building sustainable habits that encourage curiosity while protecting mental clarity and creative energy.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
19 May 2026
Noun
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This article is from Proof Positive, our friendly newsletter that explores the joys and peculiarities of math.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
12 May 2026
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The peculiarities of these heartbreak goggles fueled a zany Saturday Night Live sketch, a standout from last night’s solid episode that saw Olivia Rodrigo doing double duty as host and musical guest.—
Paula Mejía,
The Atlantic,
3 May 2026
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“Quirks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quirks. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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