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been eccentric
adjective
Not at or in the centre; away from the centre.
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People involved in the theater have always been eccentric and have less than conventional interests.
Since her last engagement, her singing, which has always been eccentric, has deteriorated noticeably.
He had been eccentric in his preparations, not bringing nearly enough food.
There have always been eccentric heirs to great fortunes, and it's certainly true that Mr. Kendrick's antecedents worked hard and created many jobs; it is only natural that they wished their heirs to enjoy the proceeds.
Fictional detectives have been eccentric and unorthodox since the days of Sherlock Holmes and Arsène Lupin, so it's not unusual for television cops to be freakier than the robbers (and rapists).
Outgoing LFF director Sandra Hebron has had a great record with her opening galas over the last 10 years, showcasing distinctive work even when the choices have been eccentric (Fantastic Mr Fox) or downers (Vera Drake).
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True, both men seem to have been eccentrics and sociopaths.
The rules are eccentric.
That's eccentric?
Everything here is eccentric.
They're eccentric.
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