merry-go-rounds

plural of merry-go-round
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. 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
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Noun
  • The directing duo hoped to examine the good intentions Banks and producers had, of turning the fashion industry on its head, empowering women and championing diversity, and the way those intentions evolved as the show moved through cycles.
    Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 16 June 2026
  • Hot water and heavy-duty wash cycles with high agitation can cause sheet fibers to break down, so stick with a gentle cycle and cold water setting.
    Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 15 June 2026
Noun
  • That vigilance must not evaporate now simply because some Obama-esque foreign policy rhetoric has gained traction in certain populist circles.
    Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
  • Through mentorship circles, masterminds, and deepening relationships with the community, investments can be made in expanding collective wisdom.
    Jason Phillips, USA Today, 10 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • 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, 12 June 2026
  • The earliest wheels of Parmigiano Reggiano were apparently much smaller than the car-tire-sized ones that are standard now, but no less coveted.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
Noun
  • The Iron Beam is a laser capable of knocking out incoming missiles, mortar rounds and drones up to 6 miles away for as little as $2 per interception.
    William La Jeunesse , Yael Rotem-Kuriel, FOXNews.com, 11 Dec. 2025
  • This cake bakes up very tender, and the sheet cake is cut into rounds, which are sandwiched with a tangy cream cheese frosting.
    Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2025

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“Merry-go-rounds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/merry-go-rounds. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.

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