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as in routine
an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity
I can't get into the groove on Monday morning without a cup of coffee
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as in place
a situation or activity for which a person or thing is best suited
after years of bouncing from job to job, she discovered that her natural groove was social work
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as in to blend
to form a pleasing relationship
surprisingly, his flighty, artistic sensibility and her no-nonsense practicality groove together rather well
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Recent Examples of groove
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
There’s still plenty of urgency for the Cubs to figure out their pitching woes, especially with the offense finding some of its groove.
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Andy Martinez,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2026
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
17 May 2026
So, let’s close out Night 2 with a big helping of soulful island reggae grooves from Maui’s Maoli on the HelloFresh Stage.
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Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
13 May 2026
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Behind the glitter, grooves and Grammy-winning legacy of Earth, Wind & Fire sits a more complicated story, revealing a more personal side of the band’s founder, Maurice White.
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Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
There’s still plenty of urgency for the Cubs to figure out their pitching woes, especially with the offense finding some of its groove.
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Andy Martinez,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2026
Verb
The crowd-pleaser — distributed by Universal internationally and Lionsgate domestically — moved and grooved back to first place on domestic and global charts as well, a remarkable feat in its fourth weekend of release.
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Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
17 May 2026
So, let’s close out Night 2 with a big helping of soulful island reggae grooves from Maui’s Maoli on the HelloFresh Stage.
—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
13 May 2026
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Virgo August 23 – September 22 Friends bring ideas that test your routines.
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August 23 – September 22 Friends bring ideas that test your routines.
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Her extroverted big sister, on the other hand, loves being out and about, exploring new places, unruffled by noise or crowds.
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Antetokounmpo, 31, delivered the franchise's first championship in 50 years in 2021 and cemented his place among the greatest players in team history.
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The verdict comes a year after Pitt first filed his request for depositions last June, according to court records reviewed by USA TODAY.
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The lawsuit was filed in Jackson County Circuit Court on Thursday on behalf of Abby Grizzell, of Lee’s Summit, who attorneys said was bowled over and trampled by a group of youths on June 6.
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For years, the silky, ultra-fine powder of Lancôme's Blush Subtil has been a go-to for a soft, shimmer-free flush, blending seamlessly into skin and building effortlessly from a subtle wash of color to a more vibrant pop.
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Beloved by coffee snobs and design aficionados alike, the Alessi stovetop coffee maker blends high-quality brewing with a form that is beautiful enough to leave out all day long.
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In this week’s issue, the staff writer Paige Williams goes inside the booming repo industry, riding along with Matthew Pitman, a longtime repo man whose popular YouTube channel, RepoNut, chronicles the daily grind of repoing.
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Mired in one of the worst slumps of his big-league career, Swanson is going through the day-to-day grind trying to get going offensively.
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In this landscape, Olivia Bottega has carved out a unique niche by offering made-to-order and high-end convertible designer wedding gowns with customization options and accessible luxury positioning.
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Gutierrez, who will also star as Musk in the movie, seems to have found a niche in mid-budget films about billionaires.
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And these only scratch the surface of his accomplishments.
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Even young raccoons can bite or scratch when frightened, and wild animals can carry parasites and diseases, says Rakestraw.
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Crowned King of the Ring and eventually world champion, Femi could help WWE escape its creative rut and regain momentum, rather than adhering to predictable storylines.
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Its glorious dumplings are a respite from the typical brunch menu and inspire you to break out from a food rut more often.
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“Groove.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groove. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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