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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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as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in
thrill-seekers who groove on skiing will love snowboarding
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Recent Examples of groove
Mike Hale, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Everyone has been finding their groove, figuring out how this show runs… talk to me about getting thrown back in amid the unrelenting chaos of those mass casualty episodes.
—Ryan Schwartz, TVLine, 11 Apr. 2025
Ilana Frost, People.com, 8 Feb. 2025
This polymer was rolled into a thin sheet, which was then laser-etched with a grooved pattern.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 2 Feb. 2025
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Noun
The course of its action and the dynamics of its relationships run in familiar grooves, lubricated by generous applications of blood and goo.
—Mike Hale, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Everyone has been finding their groove, figuring out how this show runs… talk to me about getting thrown back in amid the unrelenting chaos of those mass casualty episodes.
—Ryan Schwartz, TVLine, 11 Apr. 2025
Verb
As Patrick answered questions with an NFL reporter, Jackson accidentally grooved into the shot.
—Ilana Frost, People.com, 8 Feb. 2025
This polymer was rolled into a thin sheet, which was then laser-etched with a grooved pattern.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 2 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for groove
Noun
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How to Clean to Remove Allergens When pollen counts are high, a new (and more frequent) cleaning routine can help ensure your home remains a safe haven.—
Katelyn Squiers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Apr. 2025
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When a fitness routine starts to feel grueling or boring—or both, which believe it or not, can happen!—it’s helpful to focus on your why.—
Cindy Kuzma,
SELF,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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His journey wasn’t straightforward, but every setback and failure led him to a place of profound understanding.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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The hotel opened in 2003, but it's held tight to its reputation as one of the most luxurious places to stay in the country.—
Nicole Brewer,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Leafs are no strangers to the wild swings in emotion and the grind that’s about to take hold.—
Chris Johnston,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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The Warriors have heard all about the Houston Rockets’ plan to make their first-round Western Conference playoff series a physical grind.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
21 Apr. 2025
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The power of going niche Unlike horizontal giants that aim to be all things to all people, vertical marketplaces specialize.—
Peter Bendor-Samuel,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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And in this economy, the cost of fragrances, especially those that are niche and designer, are unattainable and unaffordable for many.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
25 Apr. 2025
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Just as against Arsenal, the team was stuck in a rut, and only Vinicius was able to change the dynamic with individual moves that began to lift the fans’ spirits.—
Guillermo Rai,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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Over the last nine games, however, the offense has come to a screeching halt; averaging barely three runs per contest during their current 3-6 rut.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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During Weekend 1, Weezer played during the same slot time on April 12.—
Ema Sasic,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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After facing major technical difficulties last weekend, Rema gave a rousing, redemptive performance during his Sunday slot at Coachella weekend two.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2025
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After the robot collects its detailed visual and spectral imagery, Jiang says, a customized AI model compares it to a data bank to spot patterns known to be indicators of existing disease or vulnerability, allowing a farmer to concentrate prevention or treatment efforts on a particular location.—
Hope Hodge Seck,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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While there are certainly products that can be used across different hair textures, lengths, curl patterns, thicknesses, colors (natural and unnatural), and needs, hair products are often created with specific consumers in mind.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
30 Apr. 2025
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Wearing his trusty tape measure around his neck, Mancinelli said he had not yet been formally commissioned by the Vatican but was busy preparing for the prestige job, working on his sewing machine as well as hand stitching robes.—
Chiara Rodriquez,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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For the government jobs left at the state and local level, recent grads are likely competing with those departing from federal jobs.—
Maria Gracia Santillana Linares,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Groove.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groove. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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