variants
or cyclical
as in periodic
happening again and again in the same order
cyclic changes in the weather the cyclical nature of history
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Recent Examples of cyclic
The four seasons are a symbol of the circle of creation — everything is cyclical.
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Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2025
The zeitgeist is cyclical, and an aging whiff of toxicity may not be enough to sentence a celebrity to cancellation in 2025.
—Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025
The dividend yield is another attractive aspect, currently exceeding 7%, bolstered by robust free cash flow despite cyclical fluctuations.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
But prior to that, was missing the big, what's called a cyclic super cell, which is this, think of it as a relay racers handing the baton to the next one, handing the baton.
—Outside Online, 17 Sep. 2025
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Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2025
The zeitgeist is cyclical, and an aging whiff of toxicity may not be enough to sentence a celebrity to cancellation in 2025.
—Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2025
The dividend yield is another attractive aspect, currently exceeding 7%, bolstered by robust free cash flow despite cyclical fluctuations.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
But prior to that, was missing the big, what's called a cyclic super cell, which is this, think of it as a relay racers handing the baton to the next one, handing the baton.
—Outside Online, 17 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cyclic
Adjective
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The expectation should be annual bowl games with periodic 10-win seasons.—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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Unless something changes in Columbus, the only legally available way to close that gap and keep our schools operating is periodic local school levies.—
Grace Tucker,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
15 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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With aftershocks and recurrent seismic activity likely, the region faces ongoing risk.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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Most hemorrhoids can be treated with over-the-counter topical medications, such as hydrocortisone or witch hazel, but Rao recommends consulting a doctor if the hemorrhoids become recurrent, painful or bleed excessively.—
Adrianna Rodriguez,
USA Today,
11 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Drilling into brick or concrete slabs also may be necessary to establish continuous protection around the home.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
19 Oct. 2025
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Temple’s 21-point second-quarter onslaught put the game away early, capitalizing on Charlotte’s continuous turnovers.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Oct. 2025
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“Cyclic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cyclic. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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