as in repetition
the act of saying or doing over again
your constant iteration of the same piddling complaints is wearing thin
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Recent Examples of iteration
The current iteration is a pink and white bag with various pockets.
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Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 12 June 2025
The new resolution approved by the SBC is another iteration of the Nashville Statement, but more forcefully attacks the U.S. jurisprudence protecting the LGBTQ+ rights that evangelicals oppose.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 11 June 2025
Crucially, the cloud supports rapid testing and iteration.
—Jeffrey Gregor, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Welcome to the second iteration of Vogue’s global spa guide, an index of the 100 best spas in the world built from the expertise of our global editors and trusted contributors.
—Riann Phillip, Vogue, 3 June 2025
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Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 12 June 2025
The new resolution approved by the SBC is another iteration of the Nashville Statement, but more forcefully attacks the U.S. jurisprudence protecting the LGBTQ+ rights that evangelicals oppose.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 11 June 2025
Crucially, the cloud supports rapid testing and iteration.
—Jeffrey Gregor, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Welcome to the second iteration of Vogue’s global spa guide, an index of the 100 best spas in the world built from the expertise of our global editors and trusted contributors.
—Riann Phillip, Vogue, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for iteration
Noun
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These are foods that ground us in heritage, identity and repetition.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
18 June 2025
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From shooting mechanics and footwork to decision-making and off-ball movement, their game is shaped by repetition and efficiency rather than flair.—
Tim Genske,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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The summer of 2024 solidified Love Island USA as a top reality-TV choice for households across the country, and 2025 is proving to be a repeat success.—
Clarissa Brooks,
Rolling Stone,
20 June 2025
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The report notes how brands like Unfolded, which enlisted over 8,000 women to provide feedback on their designs, saw repeat order rate is two-times the industry standard.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
20 June 2025
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Tail wagging during sleep can indicate a positive dream or a replay of happy daytime memories—suggesting that Pixie is now living a life full of comfort and contentment.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
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Some conferences have adapted, showing the replay feed the official is watching on the stadium videoboard, but some in the officiating community want more.—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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“Iteration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/iteration. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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