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as in wheel
a series of events or actions that repeat themselves regularly and in the same order
the cycle of birth, growth, decline, and death that is experienced by all life forms
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as in months
a long or seemingly long period of time
years, centuries, and cycles will pass before I budge on that issue
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as in bike
a two-wheeled vehicle that is propelled by the use of pedals and steered through the use of handlebars
a top-of-the-line cycle incorporating the latest technology
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Recent Examples of cycle
Given the news cycles that have focused on conflict, Olga Jilani, of San Jose, a Palestinian American married to a Jordanian, said Jordan’s World Cup presence was a moment of joy.
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Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 21 June 2026
The newcomer starts its own cycle from scratch, working through each of those same phases in sequence.
—Omar Kardoudi
june 21, New Atlas, 21 June 2026
The change in traffic light cycles was noticeable, as streams of people poured out of MARTA stations and hotels.
—Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 21 June 2026
In the 2024 election cycle these super PACs spent more than $12 billion.
—Richard J. Davis, New York Daily News, 21 June 2026
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Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 21 June 2026
The newcomer starts its own cycle from scratch, working through each of those same phases in sequence.
—Omar Kardoudi
june 21, New Atlas, 21 June 2026
The change in traffic light cycles was noticeable, as streams of people poured out of MARTA stations and hotels.
—Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 21 June 2026
In the 2024 election cycle these super PACs spent more than $12 billion.
—Richard J. Davis, New York Daily News, 21 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cycle
Noun
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Perry was also spotted behind the wheel of an electric vehicle and tooled around town with Trudeau riding in the passenger seat.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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Anyone who discovers that their vehicle’s wheels or tires have been stolen should contact the Rocklin Police Department’s non-emergency line at 916-625-5400 to file a report.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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Miami trailed 1-0 fast, in the sixth minute, when the defense left Guilherme Biro unmarked for a downward header off a corner kick, gifting Biro the forever-history of the first goal in the new stadium.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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Those tush-pushes can’t beat you if The Winter Soldier’s facing third-and-forevers.—
Joe Nguyen,
Denver Post,
17 Jan. 2026
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The Canadian winger had gotten on his bike and caught up to the Tunisian counter-attack from his own half.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Shimmering pools, yellow bikes with butterfly handles, and rushed glances over tall fields of grass produce enough pining between Sonya and Coley to fuel a thousand AIM drafts.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
16 June 2026
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Different types of circles with different patterns pop up on the headset.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Now, 32 years later, Lenahan calls this a full-circle moment.—
Ryan Hughes,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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The star power continued at City Hall, where Spike Lee, Patrick Ewing and Carmelo Anthony were among those who went from float ride-a-longs to seats at the ceremony.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
18 June 2026
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This year’s 10-day-long edition brought together an international slate of independent films across narrative, documentary, animation, experimental and short-form categories.—
Matt Minton,
Variety,
9 June 2026
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No bags, glass or metal water bottles, bats/batons, bicycles or scooters, chairs or coolers will be allowed in the event.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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PennDOT is installing about $20,000 in safety improvements at a Delaware County intersection where a college math professor was killed while riding his bicycle six months ago.—
Madeleine Wright,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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The team agreed to acquire wing Aaron Wiggins from the Thunder in exchange for two second-round picks, according to a person familiar with the situation.—
Lauren Williams,
AJC.com,
22 June 2026
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Woodland’s round Sunday included three birdies, one bogey.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
22 June 2026
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In an age of heightened peer pressures, such as teen takeovers, leaders tell CBS News Detroit that good old-fashioned fun is the way to bring all ages together.—
Julia Avant,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
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The typical household in the 65-74 age range has about $200,000 in retirement accounts, according to the 2022 federal Survey of Consumer Finances.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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“Cycle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cycle. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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