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A strong or habitual inclination, often toward something viewed unfavorably.

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proclivity

His proclivity for interrupting made group discussions difficult.

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Anika's prowess became clear when she carved a complex border with exceptional precision during a demonstration. Her penchant for geometric patterns gave many of her designs a recognizable character. Yet she also noticed a proclivity for filling every available space, even when an image would benefit from an open area.

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