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penchant

[pen-chuhnt, pahn-shahn] / ˈpɛn tʃənt, pɑ̃ˈʃɑ̃ /


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“Anyone knowing Plaschke’s penchant for delivering laughable predictions has an easy way to make money: Kalshi. The easiest money you’ll ever make.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026

The penchant for punning titles hasn’t diminished, however.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 11, 2026

In truth, Cohn’s startling youth, aggressive courtroom tactics, distinctive demeanor and penchant for self-promotion accounted for more press coverage than he genuinely warranted.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026

Confidence aside, part of the puzzle still to be solved with Delap is how best to utilise his impressive strength without his penchant for the physical element of Premier League football becoming counter productive.

From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026

Once, the city had a number of spiritualists, real and pretend, but the capital had lost its penchant for séances and the paranormal.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland




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