as in repetitions
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 iterations
My pair are certainly not everyone’s taste, but the best part about cowboy boots is that among all of the different iterations, there’s undoubtedly a design for everyone.
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Abby Morgan Lebet, Glamour, 20 Apr. 2026
However, the symptoms are still similar to previous iterations, and other illnesses.
—Eva Flowe
april 20, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
And while some are overtly designed for traditional smoking purposes, more subtle iterations can double (and triple) as decor or storage trays to hold loose change, keys, and jewelry.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Apr. 2026
Ellsworth, 38, originally brewed up the first iterations of what would later become known as Poppi in 2015 by mixing fruit juice, prebiotics, and sparkling water in her kitchen, marketing the drink as a healthier alternative to classic sodas.
—Katie Moore, Fortune, 17 Apr. 2026
The pages restate themes and jokes, the same words on many pages, each with little iterations.
—Adam Moss, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
There were, Lee admits, a lot of iterations for what a potential Season Two might look like.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 17 Apr. 2026
Arizona, Iowa, Massachusetts, Michigan and Minnesota have all worked on their own iterations of the bills.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
One of Earl’s most meaningful contributions to automotive history is the concept car ― an aspirational vehicle intended to inspire future iterations of the brand.
—Jackie Charniga, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Abby Morgan Lebet, Glamour, 20 Apr. 2026
However, the symptoms are still similar to previous iterations, and other illnesses.
—Eva Flowe
april 20, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
And while some are overtly designed for traditional smoking purposes, more subtle iterations can double (and triple) as decor or storage trays to hold loose change, keys, and jewelry.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Apr. 2026
Ellsworth, 38, originally brewed up the first iterations of what would later become known as Poppi in 2015 by mixing fruit juice, prebiotics, and sparkling water in her kitchen, marketing the drink as a healthier alternative to classic sodas.
—Katie Moore, Fortune, 17 Apr. 2026
The pages restate themes and jokes, the same words on many pages, each with little iterations.
—Adam Moss, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
There were, Lee admits, a lot of iterations for what a potential Season Two might look like.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 17 Apr. 2026
Arizona, Iowa, Massachusetts, Michigan and Minnesota have all worked on their own iterations of the bills.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
One of Earl’s most meaningful contributions to automotive history is the concept car ― an aspirational vehicle intended to inspire future iterations of the brand.
—Jackie Charniga, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for iterations
Noun
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On his latest album, the Russian producer crafts distinctive dub techno rhythms inspired by the chiming repetitions of Indonesian gamelan music.—
Sam Goldner,
Pitchfork,
13 Apr. 2026
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Continue alternating sides for 12 repetitions, two sets.—
Matt Parrott,
Arkansas Online,
12 Apr. 2026
Noun
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There’s maybe a textbook way to write a song, which is the chorus just repeats as is every time.—
Nate Sloan,
Vulture,
16 Apr. 2026
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Cheeks said the network considered several options, including giving time back to affiliates or airing procedural drama repeats in the time slot, before opting for the time buy.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Iterations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/iterations. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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