Synonyms of merry-go-round

merry-go-round

noun

ˈmer-ē-gō-ˌrau̇nd 

as in wheel

a series of events or actions that repeat themselves regularly and in the same order

weary of the daily merry-go-round of commuting to his job in the city

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wheel
• cycle
• circle
• round
• course
• pattern
• syndrome
• zodiac
• progression
• series
• loop
• development
• train
• rotation
• chain
• turn
• revolution
• ring
• run
• sequence
• succession
• circuit
• turnover
• string
• beat

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of merry-go-round

Of course, the pitfalls of rooting a soap opera in the world of modern football means your supporting characters are at the mercy of the transfer merry-go-round. — Jon O'Brien, IndieWire, 14 May 2026

The Disneyland creation myth is that Walt Disney spent his time at Griffith Park sitting on a bench while his young daughters rode a merry-go-round and dreamed of a place where all could participate in the fun. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026

Children hop on an actual merry-go-round. — Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 7 May 2026

Other attractions include golf courses, a public pool, pony rides, and a vintage merry-go-round. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026