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as in ritual
a usual manner of behaving or doing
her daily pattern begins with coffee and a bagel every morning for breakfast
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as in routine
an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity
with her, everything must be done strictly according to pattern
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as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
many of the artist's paintings use the same pattern of a lone figure surrounded by a vast landscape
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as in to model
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Recent Examples of pattern
Lauren Groff, The Atlantic, 20 Aug. 2025
One important determinant is whether the AI is still resorting to human-like language and not necessarily patterning on human reasoning.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 9 Sep. 2025
Elam's research showed a blood pattern on the hood, meaning she was shot outside the car.
—Kirsten Fiscus, The Tennessean, 9 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Instead, the novel is episodic and patterned with recurring images and ideas: swiftly fading cherry blossoms, clouds moving through the sky, autumn leaves, the aching transience of life on this planet.
—Lauren Groff, The Atlantic, 20 Aug. 2025
One important determinant is whether the AI is still resorting to human-like language and not necessarily patterning on human reasoning.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Verb
This latest ‘oopsie’ also fits an unfortunate pattern.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 9 Sep. 2025
Elam's research showed a blood pattern on the hood, meaning she was shot outside the car.
—Kirsten Fiscus, The Tennessean, 9 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pattern
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From menswear motifs like herringbone and plaid to double-breasted shapes inspired by uniform dressing, our favorite jackets include all the essentials—plus some with a little more of a fashion-forward edge—to style with your go-to T-shirts and fall boots.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Glamour,
12 Sep. 2025
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Color, texture and small details like patterns and sartorial motifs clue the audience further into a character’s interiority.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Shot against the stunning backdrops of New Zealand, the campaign shows how even the smallest moments of a morning ritual — from the hiss of steam to the first swirl of crema — can embody calm and indulgence.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Their 13th album, International, interprets the ritual of early retirement sendoff as a boisterous dance party with plenty of music royalty cameos showing up to pay their respects.—
Ernesto Lechner,
Rolling Stone,
8 Sep. 2025
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Rinse thoroughly before moving through your routine.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
12 Sep. 2025
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The best way to keep your shower mold-free is to stick to a weekly cleaning routine that consists of wiping down the surface with cleaners and wiping the shower dry after each use.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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Other Notable Winners NBC’s Saturday Night Live earned recognition beyond its anniversary special, taking home three technical awards in areas like set design, lighting, and sound.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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From Practicality to Personality Butter dishes have a long history; early designs often featured lids or even ice chambers to prevent spoilage.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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There’s also the fear of missing out factor, even if not missing out on a new car or truck means missing out on the make or model first on a consumer’s list.—
Ed Garsten,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Weizenbaum modelled his program on Rogerian—a.k.a. person-centered—psychotherapy, in which the therapist provides unconditional support for the patient with minimal intervention.—
Patricia Marx,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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For an on-trend color combo, look to House of Noa’s Harlan couch, with its poppy- and maroon-striped fabric.—
Leonora Epstein,
Architectural Digest,
4 Sep. 2025
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Glamaker Striped Crewneck Set This cozy-pant-and-striped-tee pairing screams fall casual.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Sep. 2025
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Leaders who treat this period as an opportunity to establish alignment, celebrate progress, and embed new habits set their organizations on a trajectory toward lasting ROI.—
Rhett Power,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Adults who have trouble sleeping or don’t maintain healthy sleeping habits can often trace those issues back to their first few months of life, says Golshevky.—
Tom Huddleston Jr.,
CNBC,
7 Sep. 2025
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With enough space for an open kitchen, living room, dining area, and even a small bathroom, the fully customizable cabin kit can be tailored to any layout.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Smythson’s Portobello notebook—famously toted by Gwyneth Paltrow during her victorious lawsuit defense—also appears in this helpful planner iteration with a week-to-view layout.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Pattern.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pattern. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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