The arrival of a construction crew at their house attracted/sparked/aroused the 'curiosity' of their neighbors.
He went into the store out of 'curiosity'. [=because he was curious to see what was in the store]
The movie failed to satisfy her 'curiosity' about the assassination.
(..) The reason is vague. We know what you did in Paris... ...and why you left Paris. Don't worry, we won't broadcast it. Are my eyes really brown? You will forgive my curiosity. The point is, an enemy of the Reich has come to Casablanca... ...and we are checking up on anyone who can be of any help. (..)1942 Casablanca