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curious

[kyoor-ee-uhs] / ˈkyʊər i əs /




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Artisan Gianluca Galli was seen kneeling before the mosaic, working to cut new pieces of stone by hand as curious onlookers gathered around him.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Silent film fans, or those just curious about this underappreciated medium, have another treat in store: a gorgeous restoration of 1922’s epic “Lorna Doone,” based on the popular 19th century novel that inspired the cookie.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Mark J. Lodato, dean of the Newhouse School, said Newhouse was “inquisitive but never imposing,” curious about the school but not attempting to exert influence over decisions there.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

It may well be true that stitching multicultural communities together requires us to be more curious, inclusive neighbors.

From Slate • May 26, 2026

He looked at the letter, then at me with a curious expression.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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