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vagary

/ˈveɪɡəri/

NOUN

1. An erratic or unpredictable occurrence

An unexpected, unusual, or unpredictable event, action, or change that occurs irregularly or without an obvious pattern.

1.1. Unexpected events and irregular occurrences

An unusual or unpredictable event, occurrence, or change, particularly one influenced by circumstances that are difficult to anticipate or control.

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  • The journey through the forest was marked by unexpected twists, a true vagary of nature.
  • The ocean's rhythmic waves embraced the unpredictable vagary of the tides.
  • As the winds whispered through the canyon, they carried with them the mysterious vagary of ancient tales.
  • The garden flourished with the spontaneous vagary of wildflowers blooming in unexpected places.

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NOUN

2. An impulsive or illogical desire

An impulsive or irrational desire, idea, or preference; a caprice or whim.

2.1. Sudden whims and unpredictable desires

A sudden, changeable, or seemingly unreasonable desire, fancy, or impulse that motivates someone to act without careful thought or a consistent reason.

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  • The decision to embark on a spontaneous road trip was a delightful vagary that led to unforgettable adventures.

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