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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
Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Use a toothbrush to get into grooves and corners.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 19 Feb. 2026
The event brings together 85 La Grange area students — most from Western Springs District 101— and 85 students from the Off the Street Club in Chicago will pair up to enjoy activities such as an obstacle course, face painting and grooving to music from a DJ.
—Hank Beckman, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
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Noun
Villa got into a groove, emboldened by attackers in rhythm and few fitness concerns.
—Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
Use a toothbrush to get into grooves and corners.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
Verb
After centuries of use, the board bore grooves and marks left by real human hands moving real pieces across its surface.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 19 Feb. 2026
The event brings together 85 La Grange area students — most from Western Springs District 101— and 85 students from the Off the Street Club in Chicago will pair up to enjoy activities such as an obstacle course, face painting and grooving to music from a DJ.
—Hank Beckman, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for groove
Noun
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Always consult with your healthcare provider before introducing any supplement to your routine.—
Lauren Manaker,
SELF,
5 Mar. 2026
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Best strength training equipment This set of select-a-weight dumbbells can replace 15 pairs of regular dumbbells for your strength training routine.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Set the scene Located within a two-hectare coconut grove on almost 400 feet of pristine white sand in southern Tulum, this is a place to take a step back from the rest of the world and catch your breath.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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Avoid highway gas stations, which often cost more Stations near major highways or commuter routes tend to have higher prices than stations that are located in other places.—
Keith Laing,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Half a dozen Democrats, mostly younger progressives, have filed paperwork to challenge Sherman (D-Sherman Oaks), 71, who has represented parts of the San Fernando Valley for nearly 30 years.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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For example, individual filers can receive up to $994, couples filing jointly can receive $1,491, and those providing essential care to SSI recipients can receive up to $498.—
Asher Notheis,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Mar. 2026
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The rooms The mission of Río Perdido is to have accommodations blend seamlessly into the intentionally unmanicured yet approachable habitat.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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When big man Al Horford swatted away a shot in the second quarter, Nakase cracked a joke about how the veteran still had a little bounce in his game, blending the humor with her appreciation for his longevity.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Advertisement For months, Talarico adopted a grind-it-out mentality.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
4 Mar. 2026
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This is expansion out of consolidation, not a late-cycle grind.—
Josh Brown,Sean Russo,
CNBC,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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True crime podcasts started out as a niche — and in the early days, advertisers were wary about buying into them, concerned about their brands being adjacent to what might be perceived as grisly or sensational content.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
6 Mar. 2026
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But there are plenty of other film festivals in Colorado, from Oscar-bait showcases and mini-fests to touring, niche and genre-specific events that appeal to outdoor enthusiasts, the LGBTQ community, and horror fans — sometimes all at once.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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That only scratches the surface of Dolphins possibilities in free agency.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Mar. 2026
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Plastic cutting boards should be replaced every one to two years, or sooner if they’re deeply scratched.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
8 Mar. 2026
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His father bought him the plane ticket after Jeffrey found himself in a bit of a boredom rut with friends and getting into the wrong kind of trouble.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Fiddelke, a 23-year company lifer who has been Target’s operations chief and finance chief, told Fortune in an interview that the key to getting Target out of its rut is a culture and communication shift.—
Phil Wahba,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Groove.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groove. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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