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curiosity

[kyoor-ee-os-i-tee] / ˌkyʊər iˈɒs ɪ ti /




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But on the weeks when I have a little more energy — a little more calendar wiggle room, a little more curiosity — I try to widen my grocery orbit.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

It’s a picaresque, fantastical and often absurdly funny curiosity, but little more than that—and more than a little muddled.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Quantum computing has graduated from a theoretical curiosity to a stock market phenomenon.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Decency is vital, calm curiosity is also needed, but so too are fight and drive required.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

I was terrified and dying of curiosity at the same time, but I couldn’t just flee without finishing the job.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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