repetitive
adjective
re·pet·i·tive
ri-ˈpe-tə-tiv 
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2
: containing repetition
repetitively
adverb
repetitiveness
noun
Examples of repetitive in a Sentence
an injury caused by repetitive wrist movements
She left the job because the work was too repetitive.
At the risk of being repetitive, I must remind you again to be careful.
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New Atlas, 3 June 2026
In a market often dominated by functional and visually repetitive offerings, Ground Up has cultivated a distinct white space opportunity by bringing an unexpected sense of fun, personality and optimism to the floor.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
Many applicants report having to manually re-enter details already contained within their resume, creating a repetitive and discouraging experience.
—Bybryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Severe repetitive loss homes FEMA’s repetitive loss properties also tell a story.
—Ivis García, The Conversation, 1 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for repetitive
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“Repetitive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/repetitive. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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repetitive
adjective
re·pet·i·tive
ri-ˈpet-ət-iv
repetitively
adverb
repetitiveness
noun
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