freak of nature
Americannoun
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a person or animal that is born or grows with abnormal physical features.
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an unusual, unexpected natural phenomenon.
Etymology
Origin of freak of nature
First recorded in 1840–50
Example Sentences
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“If you know anything about Randy — he’s a freak of nature and will survive this like everything else,” Couture’s longtime manager and attorney Samuel Spira said in an email Wednesday afternoon.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 9, 2025
“He’s a freak of nature and even a better guy, and I mean that wholeheartedly. I’ve been very impressed with how he goes about his business.”
From Seattle Times • Mar. 8, 2023
I'm a bit of a freak of nature, but a little hair dye does help.
From Salon • Nov. 2, 2022
Baarack is a miracle and a freak of nature.
From Slate • Mar. 5, 2021
And yet I am no freak of nature, nor of history.
From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison
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