For example, insects, bats and birds have all evolved wings that are similar in function but have completely different origins, eyes have emerged multiple times, and there is good evidence that nervous systems have also evolved several times, with some creatures possessing strange systems unlike the brains and spinal cords we are used to. (sciencedaily.com)
Whether or not their arguments were justified is one thing, but it does point out how strange our system is and how school quality (or perceived quality) is so closely tied to our housing market. (balloon-juice.com)
«In England, we have a strange system where we have a League Cup final in the middle of the season. (justarsenal.com)