as in trick
an odd or peculiar habit
constantly playing with her hair is one of her more annoying tics
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Recent Examples of tic
In fact, some of Guy's vocal tics inspired some of Pee-wee's most iconic catchphrases.
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Esther Kang, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
Chris used to have a grim, distinctive tic of executing his enemies in the head; now, the climactic battle is just a spray of bullets.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2025
Her specific tics are not a universal symptom of the disorder.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Her role doesn’t ask for attention-getting tics, so O’Boyle centers the action by conveying practical reason in a no-nonsense, yet appealing manner.
—Christopher Smith, Orange County Register, 17 Mar. 2025
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Esther Kang, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
Chris used to have a grim, distinctive tic of executing his enemies in the head; now, the climactic battle is just a spray of bullets.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2025
Her specific tics are not a universal symptom of the disorder.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Her role doesn’t ask for attention-getting tics, so O’Boyle centers the action by conveying practical reason in a no-nonsense, yet appealing manner.
—Christopher Smith, Orange County Register, 17 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tic
Noun
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This isn't the first time the former Sports Illustrated model has shared parenting tips and tricks.—
Clare Fisher,
People.com,
23 June 2025
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The magic trick is that Sunny gradually learned how to distinguish its POV from the characters’, showing empathy not only for the Gang’s victims, but also the Gang itself.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
22 June 2025
Noun
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The Dalmatian Club of America, for example, spent decades urging breeders to euthanize deaf puppies so the trait wouldn’t spread.—
Lila Hempel-Edgers,
Charlotte Observer,
23 June 2025
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Additionally, the study also found a correlation between breathing traits and a person’s mental health.—
Jay Kakade
June 22,
New Atlas,
22 June 2025
Noun
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At this stage, Abiteboul explained the car is undergoing endurance dyno testing to fine tune the characteristics of the engine and gearbox.—
Trinity Francis,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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His skills and characteristics fit perfectly in Florida, and his role on the third line puts him in a beneficial position.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
16 June 2025
Noun
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Thames was a great choice for Hiccup, capturing the original character’s mannerisms and voice perfectly, though perhaps – as my daughter noted – with a little less squeakiness.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Finding the character’s mannerisms was another central study.—
Daron James,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
Noun
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However, a lot of newer research, especially in behavioral economics, points to how our cognitive quirks and limitations may prevent us from doing what's in our best interests.—
Greg Rosalsky,
NPR,
26 June 2025
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The people who truly understand your AI systems—their quirks, limitations, and decision-making processes—become institutionally irreplaceable in unprecedented ways.—
Andrew Mawson,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
Noun
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Part of the pleasure of the cover-to-cover print experience is seeing a specific editorial perspective in all its obsessions and idiosyncrasies, and the Women’s Issue is rife with Brown’s.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
15 June 2025
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For iPhone: Coming Next Week, A New Era For The iPhone These weren’t idiosyncrasies or outdated protocols.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Noun
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The party is now divorced from his eccentricities, which, though appealing to some of the most radical voters, alienate the rest.—
Alejandro Antonio Chafuen,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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Her gown, a Schiaparelli spring 2025 couture runway piece designed by the maison’s creative director, Daniel Roseberry, also added an air of eccentricity to her overall style with a stiff, off-the-shoulder, crystal bodice top.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
9 June 2025
Noun
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No title yet revealed, but the pod will launch mid-July, the duo engage in heartfelt and unfiltered conversations about everyday life such as discuss raising a family, cultivating gardens, home improvements, careers, fostering healthy habits and aging.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
18 June 2025
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Inspired by Napoleon’s habit of using toy soldiers to plot his military battles, the designer dotted the entrance with giant cutouts with gold outlines, and shrouded the floor in smoke.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
18 June 2025
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“Tic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tic. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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