Mannerisms example sentences

Related (7): gestures, habits, idiosyncrasies, quirks, peculiarities, tics, affectations

man·ner·ism

noun

mannerisms (plural noun)

- a habitual gesture or way of speaking or behaving; an idiosyncrasy:

- an ordinary gesture or expression that becomes unusual through exaggeration or repetition.

- excessive or self-conscious use of a distinctive style in art, literature, or music:

- a style of 16th-century Italian art preceding the Baroque, characterized by unusual effects of scale, lighting, and perspective, and the use of bright, often lurid colors. It is particularly associated with the work of Pontormo, Vasari,and the later Michelangelo.

Synonyms

idiosyncrasy, quirk, oddity, foible, trait, peculiarity, habit, characteristic, trick

"Mannerisms" Example Sentences

1. Her mannerisms always make her stand out in a crowd.
2. He picked up some mannerisms while studying abroad.
3. I can't stand the way he talks, his mannerisms are so irritating.
4. She tried to mimic his mannerisms, but couldn't quite get them right.
5. His father had many mannerisms that he inherited.
6. Despite her mannerisms, she was a great dancer.
7. The detective noticed the suspect's mannerisms were quite peculiar.
8. Her nervous mannerisms gave away her anxiety.
9. The politician's mannerisms were carefully crafted to appeal to voters.
10. His vocal mannerisms were reminiscent of a certain celebrity.
11. She tried to hide her mannerisms, afraid they would set her apart from her peers.
12. His mannerisms were so distinctive, he was immediately recognized by everyone.
13. She observed the mannerisms of those around her to fit in better.
14. His teacher commented on his mannerisms, saying he needed to work on his posture.
15. Her mannerisms were charming, and everyone loved her because of them.
16. He blamed his mannerisms for his lack of success in interviews.
17. She picked up her grandmother's mannerisms as a way to honor her memory.
18. His nervous mannerisms made it difficult to take him seriously in high-pressure situations.
19. Her mannerisms were so unique that she became a viral internet sensation.
20. The actor studied his character's mannerisms to accurately portray him on screen.
21. His exaggerated mannerisms made people laugh, but also made him stand out in a negative way.
22. She hated her mannerisms, and wished she could change them.
23. The writer described the character's mannerisms in great detail, painting a vivid picture for the reader.
24. His mannerisms made him seem much older than he actually was.
25. The psychologist studied the patient's mannerisms as part of their diagnosis.
26. Her mannerisms influenced the way she was perceived by others.
27. His awkward mannerisms made him the subject of ridicule from his classmates.
28. The coach tried to adjust the player's mannerisms to improve their performance on the field.
29. Her unique mannerisms made her a popular character in the book.
30. His mannerisms were so distinct that people could imitate him perfectly.

Common Phases

1. She twirled her hair; he tapped his foot.
2. He chewed on his pen; she tapped her fingers.
3. She tilted her head; he furrowed his brow.
4. He cracked his knuckles; she crossed her legs.
5. She hummed to herself; he drummed his fingers on the desk.
6. He cleared his throat; she played with her necklace.
7. She sighed heavily; he avoided eye contact.
8. He rubbed his chin; she wrinkled her nose.
9. She shrugged her shoulders; he rolled his eyes.
10. He adjusted his tie; she licked her lips.