become eccentric

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Indicates a change into an eccentric state, often used in a more formal context.

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  • In his last years, he became increasingly eccentric.
  • After years of living in isolation, the famous artist became quite eccentric.
  • The reclusive millionaire was said to have become eccentric, talking only to his cats.
  • He feared he was becoming eccentric as his habits grew stranger.
  • It was during this period of intense study that the scientist became notably eccentric.
  • If he continues to live so cut off from society, he might become eccentric.
  • Many people thought the old inventor had become completely eccentric.
  • Following the loss of his wife, the once-sociable man slowly became eccentric and withdrawn.
  • His family grew concerned as his behaviour became more and more eccentric.
  • Some of history's greatest minds became eccentric later in life.