Several editors said a looser division between editorial and advertising content also fed the creation of offbeat ideas.

They sense a lessening of the free-wheeling intellectual approach that had given many researchers the freedom to pursue offbeat ideas.

ABC, of course, is not the only network experimenting with offbeat promotional ideas.

The seminar on wheels has spawned offbeat ideas.

"While you were giving your speech, Melodie, a rather offbeat idea occurred to me."

He certainly had a gift for offbeat ideas and language.

Still, he is seeking his share of offbeat ideas.

Indeed, part of the allure of summer, he said, is the chance to grab a lot of press attention for offbeat ideas like this one.

Still, unlike many offbeat ideas, this one came to fruition.

The menu is short, but bristling with happy combinations, mildly offbeat ideas and clearly expressed flavors.