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as in routine
an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity
shuttling the kids between extracurricular activities is all part of the suburban drill
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as in to pierce
to make a hole or series of holes in
the nerve-jangling sound when a dentist drills a tooth
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as in to shoot
to strike with a missile from a gun
drilled the target from 100 yards away
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Recent Examples of drill
Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 15 May 2025
After Helene caused the U.S. $56 billion in damage, companies that had rehearsed crisis drills restored operations days sooner, according to FEMA after‑action reviews.
—Miriam Chickering, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
After Murray drilled a three-pointer and assisted Aaron Gordon on a three-pointer for a 17-point Nuggets lead, Lue called a timeout with 2:35 left in the game and removed his starters.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Trout has previously been hitting in the cage, running on a treadmill and doing agility drills on the field.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 15 May 2025
After Helene caused the U.S. $56 billion in damage, companies that had rehearsed crisis drills restored operations days sooner, according to FEMA after‑action reviews.
—Miriam Chickering, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Verb
In the bottom of the eighth inning, with the Sox leading 6-1, Rafael Devers drilled a ball into right-center field, and Jarren Duran was trying to score from first.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
After Murray drilled a three-pointer and assisted Aaron Gordon on a three-pointer for a 17-point Nuggets lead, Lue called a timeout with 2:35 left in the game and removed his starters.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drill
Noun
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But with most makeup products falling under the 3.4 oz limit, including foundation and concealer, Barratt rarely encounters any difficulties when carrying out her full glam routine.—
Isabelle Rodney,
CNN Money,
20 May 2025
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The clip began with Kiser waking up and beginning her routine.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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What This Means For You While some cortisol-lowering practices can help reduce stress, such as getting better sleep and doing mindfulness exercises, a cortisol detox is unnecessary.—
Helen Carefoot,
Verywell Health,
16 May 2025
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Manage your stress: Consider mindfulness, meditation, and breathing exercises to help ease stress as much as possible.—
Angela Ryan Lee,
Health,
15 May 2025
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Many of the artists who recently enjoyed major breakthroughs triumphed in their mid-twenties after long grinds.—
Elias Leight,
Billboard,
16 May 2025
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To highlight just how many players are needed to survive the grind.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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Think About Acupuncture Acupuncture is an ancient practice that may improve chronic pain and aid weight loss.—
Peter Weiss,
Verywell Health,
13 May 2025
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The Chinese government has banned the practice of Falun Gong, accusing the movement of being a cult.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
13 May 2025
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Priority #1 – get good experience Salary should not be your driver -- getting good training and mentorship to learn as much as possible is a better objective.—
Robin Ryan,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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The plan, currently under review at the White House, includes federal tax incentives, co-production treaties, job training, and infrastructure subsidies.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
20 May 2025
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“Drill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drill. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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