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as in circles
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 bikes
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 cycles
Democrats are putting faith in him to blaze a trail in the state after struggling electorally in recent cycles, hoping his message of unity will resonate with their fellow Iowans.
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CBS News, 8 June 2026
Period underwear can be worn just like regular underwear, and washed in the laundry to be reused between menstruating days or cycles.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Cathode supplier Ronbay Technology said its sodium iron phosphate materials have also surpassed 15,000 charge-discharge cycles while improving electrode density.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 June 2026
Allen’s Instagram post adds a new chapter to one of the most contentious Biennale cycles in recent memory.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 8 June 2026
The investors who made generational money in past cycles never bought the most exciting story at the IPO moment.
—Bhaskar Chakravorti, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Democrats are putting faith in him to blaze a trail in the state after struggling electorally in recent cycles, hoping his message of unity will resonate with their fellow Iowans.
—ABC News, 7 June 2026
In warmer climates like Florida, lawns are regularly subjected to intense heat and fast evaporation, which can quickly dry out the soil between watering cycles.
—Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 7 June 2026
One is judged in moments, and the other is judged across millions of cycles.
—Ashutosh Saxena, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
CBS News, 8 June 2026
Period underwear can be worn just like regular underwear, and washed in the laundry to be reused between menstruating days or cycles.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Cathode supplier Ronbay Technology said its sodium iron phosphate materials have also surpassed 15,000 charge-discharge cycles while improving electrode density.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 June 2026
Allen’s Instagram post adds a new chapter to one of the most contentious Biennale cycles in recent memory.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 8 June 2026
The investors who made generational money in past cycles never bought the most exciting story at the IPO moment.
—Bhaskar Chakravorti, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Democrats are putting faith in him to blaze a trail in the state after struggling electorally in recent cycles, hoping his message of unity will resonate with their fellow Iowans.
—ABC News, 7 June 2026
In warmer climates like Florida, lawns are regularly subjected to intense heat and fast evaporation, which can quickly dry out the soil between watering cycles.
—Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 7 June 2026
One is judged in moments, and the other is judged across millions of cycles.
—Ashutosh Saxena, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cycles
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Between 1926 and 1946, Galentz became further entrenched in Beirut’s artistic and intellectual circles at a time that was both politically fragile and saw the transformation of the city into a cosmopolitan hub.—
The Editors of ARTnews,
ARTnews.com,
12 June 2026
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Students, teachers adapt in a digital world For some, the conversation around limiting screen time has extended beyond social circles and into professional or academic ones.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 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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Dutch team nabs 17 bikes from KC shop.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
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The award-winning barbecue, beer and bikes concept is gearing up to open a new restaurant in Fort Mill, South Carolina, later this month.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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Choose between 20 colors and patterns, including a fun leopard print.—
Claire West,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
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The study included 103 adults who were asked to meditate while their brain activity was monitored using an electroencephalogram or EEG test, a tool that measures electrical patterns in the brain through sensors placed on the scalp.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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There's a supervised kids club for ages three to 12 called Loggers, and for teens there's Hide Away, featuring table tennis, arcade games, and a cool space to hang with new friends.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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The shows are carefully created to suit all ages — the kind of shows where some lines go over kids’ heads and hit the funnybones of an older crowd.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2026
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The two-seat rear bench removes, clearing full-length aisle space for bicycles, kayaks, skis and other long gear while opening more free living space at camp.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 June 2026
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Guests can get hygiene supplies, clothes, and donated bicycles from Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange, with free bicycle repairs on Saturdays.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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Today marks the largest FIFA World Cup to ever be put on, with 48 teams playing in the group stage and only 32 advancing to the knockout rounds.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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At one point, the shooter stopped, got out of his vehicle and fired rounds with a rifle at an officer who returned fire, according to the Midland Police Department.—
Holly Yan,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
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The final chapters focus on 50-year-old Inga trying to have a relationship with her mother, who is falling into dementia and longs for the old nomadic life.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
7 June 2026
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Reluctant med student Kel (Nicholas Duvernay) longs to be an actor.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
1 June 2026
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“Cycles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cycles. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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