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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
Fred Katz, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Other common symptoms include prolonged changes in bowel habits, such as new diarrhea or new constipation, thinner stools and abdominal pain.
—Andrea Kane, CNN Money, 16 Oct. 2025
Yet premier are her essays that dive into everyday habits and people and reveals their sparkle.
—Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Take this quick quiz to see where your digital habits stand.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
But the show made huge strides in not just educating the general public on what to look out for and online safety habits, but was also genuinely humanizing.
—Sumayya Tobah, Essence, 15 Oct. 2025
It's meant to be a part of the solution, to teach safe pedestrian and biking habits to kids who live in neighborhoods with lots of oncoming traffic.
—Elizabeth B. Kim, Cincinnati Enquirer, 14 Oct. 2025
But today, evolving habits like smart working and the pursuit of zen environments are rapidly changing how people interact with their living spaces.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025
The company’s stock price is already down more than 30% this year, which analysts attribute to a mix of tariffs, competition and shifting shopping habits.
—Kayla Steinberg, NBC news, 10 Oct. 2025
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Porter has been a lead creator before, but that was on cellar-dwelling Houston Rockets squads that became a breeding ground for poor habits.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Other common symptoms include prolonged changes in bowel habits, such as new diarrhea or new constipation, thinner stools and abdominal pain.
—Andrea Kane, CNN Money, 16 Oct. 2025
Yet premier are her essays that dive into everyday habits and people and reveals their sparkle.
—Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Take this quick quiz to see where your digital habits stand.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
But the show made huge strides in not just educating the general public on what to look out for and online safety habits, but was also genuinely humanizing.
—Sumayya Tobah, Essence, 15 Oct. 2025
It's meant to be a part of the solution, to teach safe pedestrian and biking habits to kids who live in neighborhoods with lots of oncoming traffic.
—Elizabeth B. Kim, Cincinnati Enquirer, 14 Oct. 2025
But today, evolving habits like smart working and the pursuit of zen environments are rapidly changing how people interact with their living spaces.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025
The company’s stock price is already down more than 30% this year, which analysts attribute to a mix of tariffs, competition and shifting shopping habits.
—Kayla Steinberg, NBC news, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for habits
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This behind-the-scenes look offers a rare glimpse into the rituals that helped her recharge after the record-breaking Eras Tour.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
14 Oct. 2025
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Other rituals include saying a prayer with his team and lighting incense.—
Akili King,
Essence,
13 Oct. 2025
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And who on campus is qualified to treat this gusher of gambling addictions?—
Paul Solotaroff,
Rolling Stone,
12 Oct. 2025
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There are also questions as to how this condition compares to other substance addictions and whether the same treatments could work for patients struggling with any kind of addiction.—
Claire Wilcox,
The Conversation,
10 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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In one picture, the married couple's younger son, Joaquin, looked like a spitting image of his dad, both showing off their toned physiques in a shirtless snap by the water.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The European Union’s antitrust authority has fined luxury brands Gucci, Loewe and Chloé a total of more than 157 million euros alleging the companies have engaged in anticompetitive pricing practices.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
14 Oct. 2025
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Ghost, who will turn two on October 27, was born blind and deaf due to bad breeding practices, which his owners are working to raise awareness of.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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Go monochromatic and blend different shapes and sizes of white flowers.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
13 Oct. 2025
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Balance your board while incorporating an assortment of textures, flavors, shapes, and colors for a pleasing presentation and memorable taste experience.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Oct. 2025
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Gucci, the presenting sponsor since the launch of the gala in 2011, dresses many of the evening’s VIPs.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
1 Oct. 2025
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On top of that, Free People dresses, Madewell jeans, and more are on sale.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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But as of August 29 all imports, regardless of their value, are subject to extra customs clearance procedures and potential duties.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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Advertisement By the turn of the 20th century, African American men held prominent federal government roles as diplomats, auditors, and customs officials.—
Time,
Time,
14 Oct. 2025
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Many of them had easy access to government offices that enabled them to obtain genuine Syrian passports with fake names, according to former employees and regime figures.—
Danny Makki,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Evans said he wasn’t thwarted by the brand’s adoption among Robinson and other political figures because of their lowbrow tastes.—
Steve Salter,
CNN Money,
15 Oct. 2025
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“Habits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/habits. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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