curiosities

noun

Definition of curiositiesnext
plural of curiosity
1
as in rarities
something strange or unusual that is an object of interest the museum's curiosities include items constructed entirely out of toothpicks

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as in ornamentals
a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest an assortment of curiosities from around the world that the family picked up during various vacations

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as in tricks
an odd or peculiar habit Charles Dickens typically endowed his characters with an array of endearing curiosities

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  1. rarities
  2. wonders
  3. traits
  4. souvenirs
  5. quirks
  6. oddities
Noun
  • As the golden doors open, the villa’s dramatic arrival gallery, which acts as a processional way to discover a treasure chest of artworks and artifacts from 20th-century vintage objects to rarities dating back to the 17th century, welcomes you.
    Melinda Sheckells, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
  • Some of those rarities will go under the gavel in the upcoming sale.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of rarities
Noun
  • The wonders of the animal kingdom fascinate and inspire us.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Hotel Yellowstone This adults-only Jackson Hole hotel opened in August at the doorway of some of the United States’ most majestic natural wonders.
    Spencer Whaley, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of wonders
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  • Put it all together, and on paper the Eagles have all the traits of a bona fide Super Bowl contender.
    Rohan Nadkarni, NBC News, 9 Nov. 2024
  • The research discusses specific physiological traits that ameliorate the reproductive success of Tibetan women.
    Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of traits
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  • Visitors to the fair could relax in Via Arno’s living room appointed with works by master artisans, learn more about their work and processes in its studio spaces, or buy souvenirs and gifts.
    Miles Socha, WWD, 2 Oct. 2024
  • There are also free photo opps and souvenirs for sale.
    Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 30 Sep. 2024
Definition of souvenirs
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  • Radical Romantics is a rundown of the greatest quirks of an artist who views identity as a playground and not just a framework.
    Pitchfork, Pitchfork, 1 Oct. 2024
  • Healthier bundles can lean on personal quirks.
    Matt Fuchs, TIME, 30 Sep. 2024
Definition of quirks
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  • Speaking of oddities, the Lions did achieve a perfect passer rating as a team, and Goff played a key role in the play that put them over the top.
    Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2024
  • The ghosts of Mockingbird Lane invite you to the seventh annual Halloween Market filled with oddities, art and macabre makings.
    Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 30 Sep. 2024
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