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The phrase "a weirdo for" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe someone who is considered strange or unconventional in relation to a specific activity, interest, or behavior.
Example: "He’s always been a weirdo for collecting vintage toys."
Alternatives: "odd person for" or "strange individual for".
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He told Tim Lovejoy that Victoria calls him a "weirdo" for his behaviour, and he keeps his disorder a secret from fellow players at Real Madrid.
You're not a weirdo for doing that.
"Here is one telling me I'm a weirdo for watching thoughts….
I did this when I was drinking too where you got to treat somebody like a weirdo for not drinking.
The best thing about her project, though, is that because the outcome is as engaging and identifiable as it turned out to be, no one can call her a weirdo for spying on people in their sleep.
The best thing about her project, though, is that because the outcome is so engaging and identifiable, no one can call her a weirdo for spying on people in their sleep.
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"You were a weirdo then for wearing Lycra but now it's the norm.
When Avansino moved to London from the US with her husband 14 years ago, people thought her "a total weirdo" for eating quinoa.
If you discount the exposition and the parts that only happen inside Cage's head, Next becomes a 15-minute film about a weirdo hassling Biel for sex.
Not bad going for a weirdo.
Even a walk in the park where you stand barefoot – I find it makes you feel really present, just standing like a weirdo in the park for 10 minutes, focusing on your breath.
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