as in curiosity
an eager desire to find out about things that are often none of one's business
his irksome inquisitiveness made people reluctant to socialize with him
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The news last month that an unprecedented auction of Martin Margiela’s early work was coming to Paris generated part enthusiasm, part curiosity — and full virality on social media.—
Sandra Salibian,
WWD,
28 Jan. 2025 -
Regular reading leads to positive impacts on your mental and emotional well-being, including slowing down cognitive decline, bolstering empathy and curiosity, improving your vocabulary and reducing stress.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA TODAY,
28 Jan. 2025
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And recently thousands of physicians and others in health care have signed onto letters echoing these concerns.—
Will Stone,
NPR,
28 Jan. 2025
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Lifting their lips Growling Baring their teeth Addressing Resource Guarding If a dog displays resource guarding, owners are encouraged to consult a veterinarian to rule out underlying medical issues, as behavioral changes or aggression could indicate health concerns.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
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Indeed, local news in particular has proven to be a critical piece of infrastructure, providing up-to-the-minute evacuation orders, live video of fast-moving fires and tough questioning of officials during press conferences.—
Alex Weprin,
The Hollywood Reporter,
18 Jan. 2025
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The Quiz Former Florida attorney general Pam Bondi appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee this week for questioning as part of her confirmation process for U.S. attorney general in the Trump Administration.—
Maggie McGrath,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Inquisitiveness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inquisitiveness. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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