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locksteps

noun

plural of lockstep

as in routines

an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity followed the lockstep that had been in his family for generations: prep school, Ivy League university, job on Wall Street

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The challenge, Hylving stresses, is whether a shopping complex can become a genuine fixture in people’s daily routines, rather than a one-off visit.

— Sam Birchall, Fortune, 24 Aug. 2026
Rather than fixate on his routines, Tucker was trying to tweak some habits.

— Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026

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Tableside dishes are a highlight, including a seasonal classic Greek salad and mouthwatering whole branzino baked in a coffee-grinds and sea-salt crust, then expertly deboned and served to perfection.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
In a measuring cup or small bowl, stir together the yogurt, mayonnaise, chives, dill and garlic powder; season with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper.

— Emily Weinstein, Twin Cities, 4 June 2026

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Do Not Mow Wet Grass The weight of a riding or push lawn mower can also compact the soil and leave ruts.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 16 Aug. 2026
Neptune retrograde in Aries commences on this day, urging us to break out of our emotional and professional ruts and to reignite our dreams.

— Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026

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locksteps

locks (up)

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