as in cycles
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
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Recent Examples of merry-go-rounds
The structures don’t include accessible swings or merry-go-rounds, or any kind of enrichment such as textured panels or chimes for kids with disabilities.
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Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 15 Oct. 2025
From hiking, swimming, riding trains or merry-go-rounds, or just enjoying the peaceful nature, there’s plenty for everyone to do.
—Jason Mastrodonato, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2025
Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 15 Oct. 2025
From hiking, swimming, riding trains or merry-go-rounds, or just enjoying the peaceful nature, there’s plenty for everyone to do.
—Jason Mastrodonato, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for merry-go-rounds
Noun
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According to Di Giovanni, the trend aligns with the broader cycles of 30–40 year fashion returns and sits comfortably within both comfort-core and childhood regression movements that offer familiar softness in a chaotic world.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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Studies have shown, too, that blind people whose natural melatonin cycles get out of whack, leaving them with a form of constant jet lag, can benefit from supplementation.—
Veronique Greenwood,
Time,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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What's really behind the baby bust The reasons Americans choose not to have children are hotly debated in academic circles, with many attributing America’s baby bust to shifting priorities and societal norms.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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Ankle circles Sit or stand and slowly draw large circles with your foot, moving from your ankle joint rather than your toes.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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And the boy looked at this giant peppermint on the wheels and felt pride.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
9 Nov. 2025
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The duo played three rounds of rock-paper-scissors to decide who would speak first.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
9 Nov. 2025
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From extension removal to a preliminary cut and a few rounds of color, the transformation took a total of four days to complete with the help of celebrity colorist Jacob Schwartz.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Merry-go-rounds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/merry-go-rounds. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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