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as in inquisitive
interested in what is not one's own business
curious neighbors peered out of their windows as the new people moved in
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as in strange
different from the ordinary in a way that causes curiosity or suspicion
that's a pretty curious coincidence—almost too curious to be believed
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as in unusual
noticeably different from what is generally found or experienced
that is one of the most curious paintings I've ever seen
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curious people
a curious situation
a peculiar situation
an intriguing situation
a mysterious situation
a fascinating situation
an interesting situation
a curious mixture
a curious look
curious onlookers
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Recent Examples of curious
The clouds were heavy, the floodlights shone down on Headingley and conditions were perfect for the curious cricketing phenomenon of swing bowling.
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Paul Newman, New York Times, 21 June 2025
As always, Term Sheet is curious to hear your thoughts.
—Ani Freedman, Fortune, 20 June 2025
Ideal for travelers, those with curious pets, and folks who simply don’t want the responsibility of plant parenthood, this potted tree garners praise from shoppers for its high quality and nonexistent upkeep.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2025
Massive societal change, excess, expression, performance, bombast, fascinating technological progress—it’s all documented and on display, ready to educate any curious mind.
—Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
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Paul Newman, New York Times, 21 June 2025
As always, Term Sheet is curious to hear your thoughts.
—Ani Freedman, Fortune, 20 June 2025
Ideal for travelers, those with curious pets, and folks who simply don’t want the responsibility of plant parenthood, this potted tree garners praise from shoppers for its high quality and nonexistent upkeep.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2025
Massive societal change, excess, expression, performance, bombast, fascinating technological progress—it’s all documented and on display, ready to educate any curious mind.
—Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for curious
Adjective
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Morning had just dawned on Sunday when an inquisitive Iranian girl awakened to war.—
Scott Peterson,
Christian Science Monitor,
16 June 2025
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The voice on the recordings is gentle, inquisitive, wise.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
14 June 2025
Adjective
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The Dominican Republic had a moment of its own to celebrate in the 51st minute, though its first-ever Gold Cup goal came in strange circumstances.—
Jon Arnold,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
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New York seems to be working with the impression that Kidd won't be available, but stranger things have happened before.—
Matt Levine,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 June 2025
Adjective
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Three corners of the brownie remained in tact, but the missing chunk from the center has left the brownie looking pretty unusual, sparking plenty of amused comments from viewers.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
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Is there a relationship between writing and fiction and unusual height?—
Jane Smiley
June 20,
Literary Hub,
20 June 2025
Adjective
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Some members of the group are transgender, or have rejected binary sexuality, and are interested in the role artificial intelligence may play in creating a new society, according to interviews and court records.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
21 June 2025
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Village staff has suggested relocating the dog park if trustees are interested in keeping it open.—
Linda Girardi,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
Adjective
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While most players at the KPMG Women's PGA Championship are battling the Texas heat, slow play, and a demanding Fields Ranch East layout, Leona Maguire is dealing with something far more bizarre—tick bites!—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 June 2025
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The Myth Of More A Boston University professor turned the business world on its head back in 2015 by exposing a bizarre truth about productivity in the workplace.—
Drew Gerber,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
Adjective
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Every great American story is sentimental in the same way: instincts born out of struggle, the triumph of the schoolyard over the classroom, uncommon creativity driven by necessity.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
23 June 2025
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That’s not an uncommon sight for K-pop superstars, as their massive followings understand how the charts work and focus their energy on pushing a title as high as possible in its first frame.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
Adjective
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Ramsey’s memoir is a moving, sometimes funny story about destruction, change and rebirth, told by a woman tempered by fire.—
Laurie Hertzel,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
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Roman is my kind of Virgil—chatty, funny, forgiving, sharp.—
Marina Harss,
New Yorker,
13 June 2025
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More Getty Images Adam Scott's weird practice round revealed As Scott prepares for the final showdown, a viral video has added much more interest in his golf swing.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 June 2025
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Plus there are the weird noises coming from a locked backroom upstairs.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
14 June 2025
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“Curious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curious. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.
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