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as in rituals
a usual manner of behaving or doing
it was his habit to rise early
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as in addictions
a physiological need for certain drugs
a cocaine habit of long standing
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as in physiques
the type of body that a person has
an imposing man of vigorous habit
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as in clothes
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
his exclusive clothing store had habited the town's upper crust for as long as anyone could remember
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Recent Examples of habits
Tina Patel, CBS News, 10 Jan. 2026
Many of my clients still need to plan meals, track intake, work with a dietitian, build habits, and stay active to reach their goals.
—Self Staff, SELF, 9 Jan. 2026
Track Your Data Using an app, journal, or calendar to monitor your progress can be extremely helpful when taking on new habits.
—Gillian Mohney, Verywell Health, 9 Jan. 2026
But this visit is 15 minutes long, and the doctor still has to check the baby’s growth, ask about their feeding and sleep habits and make sure development is on track.
—Washington Post, 9 Jan. 2026
According to Dr Tuan, trichophagia is often associated with mild psychological disorders, habits formed in early childhood or conditions linked to stress and anxiety.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Use two to three credit cards that match your spending habits to boost earnings and take advantage of welcome bonuses.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
Learn how to build healthy financial habits today to set your children up for greater success in the future.
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2026
By turning raw metrics into personalized insights, the app helps users understand how small daily habits add up over time.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 9 Jan. 2026
Noun
Kight said some simple habits can help prevent kitchen fires from starting in the first place.
—Tina Patel, CBS News, 10 Jan. 2026
Many of my clients still need to plan meals, track intake, work with a dietitian, build habits, and stay active to reach their goals.
—Self Staff, SELF, 9 Jan. 2026
Track Your Data Using an app, journal, or calendar to monitor your progress can be extremely helpful when taking on new habits.
—Gillian Mohney, Verywell Health, 9 Jan. 2026
But this visit is 15 minutes long, and the doctor still has to check the baby’s growth, ask about their feeding and sleep habits and make sure development is on track.
—Washington Post, 9 Jan. 2026
According to Dr Tuan, trichophagia is often associated with mild psychological disorders, habits formed in early childhood or conditions linked to stress and anxiety.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Use two to three credit cards that match your spending habits to boost earnings and take advantage of welcome bonuses.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
Learn how to build healthy financial habits today to set your children up for greater success in the future.
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2026
By turning raw metrics into personalized insights, the app helps users understand how small daily habits add up over time.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 9 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for habits
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Homeowners continue to seek more personalized enhancements that support both entertaining needs and everyday rituals.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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Think spa-like spaces that cater to your individual rituals, preferences and self-care routines, according to the National Kitchen and Bath Association’s 2026 Bath Trends report.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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Their own addictions to meth persisted for years, outlasting the lives of both their father and grandfather.—
Katheryn Houghton,
NPR,
8 Jan. 2026
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Some assume that addictions or mental health struggles lead to people being on the streets, says Randal Hitt, the vice president of unsheltered services at Roof Above.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Jan. 2026
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Despite their absence from television, fans have observed that both Kassidy and Quen have been working on their physiques, showing noticeable changes.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Oct. 2025
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Jost simply ratcheted up the volume and the attacks on soldiers’ physiques.—
Erik Adams,
The Atlantic,
5 Oct. 2025
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Eco effort Currently working on its Green Globe certification, the ASEAN Green Hotel Award and the Hanoi City Green Energy Award are just two recent accolades the hotel picked up for its sustainability practices.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
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Death, fear, and sorrow unify the disparate practices.—
Rivka Galchen,
New Yorker,
7 Jan. 2026
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Type of pill Krill oils come in all shapes and sizes of pills.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
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This class is for ages 16 and older and includes skills such as how to throw, alter shapes and trim.—
Abby Hamblin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
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Back then, she had been advised—free of charge—by stylist Bailey Moon, who dresses the likes of Morgan Spector and Cristin Milioti and is most widely known for having worked with Jill Biden and her family throughout president Joe Biden’s administration.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vanity Fair,
2 Jan. 2026
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Senior commerce editor Nashia Baker dresses her mattress with these and is a fan of their design and breathable feel.—
Nora Taylor,
Architectural Digest,
29 Dec. 2025
Noun
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This App Is Now Mandatory for All Visitors Travelers must complete a digital form using the All Indonesia app, which streamlines immigration, customs, and health declarations.—
Brittany Chang,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Jan. 2026
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The Kings, or some iteration thereof, had their passports out to mosey through Canadian customs ahead of a back-to-back set.—
Andrew Knoll,
Daily News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Western counterparts often acknowledge them privately, even as public backlash from some European institutions and media figures ensued against Rubio’s candor.—
Daniel Ross Goodman,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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The Mean Green’s best football season ever wasn’t even over before the major figures from that team left, or announced their intentions to bounce ASAP; when the season did end, moments after UNT defeated San Diego State to win the New Mexico Bowl, is when the great Denton flood began.—
Mac Engel
January 9,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Habits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/habits. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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