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quirky

[kwur-kee] / ˈkwɜr ki /


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Children often learn the order of the planets in our Solar System using quirky memory phrases like "My Very Educated Mother Just Served Us Nachos."

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

The Kentucky incumbent had built his own quirky libertarian brand over the years which endeared him to many on the right.

From Slate • May 20, 2026

"There are lots of places offering really different and quirky places to stay, so a UK holiday can be really special."

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Ding won over “Jeopardy!” fans with quirky charisma and a penchant for wearing his favorite color, orange.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

“You don’t need all this stuff”—she gestured to her suitcase—“to sweep him off his feet. You’re kind of cool in a weirdly quirky way. It draws people in.”

From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon




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