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characteristics

[kar-ik-tuh-ris-tiks] / ˌkær ɪk təˈrɪs tɪks /


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But I am reminded of two characteristics: He can pull a rabbit out of his hat at opportune times.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

The cast is very good and the dialogue good enough, but because few of these characters are developed beyond a handful of identifying characteristics, it’s a generally cold, dispassionate watch.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

This method estimates FM and FFM based on individual characteristics such as height, weight, age, race, gender, history of diabetes, and duration of GLP-1 treatment.

From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 2026

It could be given the characteristics of its owner’s choosing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

These are all mammalian characteristics, all important for the development of intelligent beings.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan