MERRY-GO-ROUNDS Synonyms: 25 Similar Words

merry-go-rounds

noun

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 state, which is typically third on the nation’s primary calendar, has been trying to move up for several cycles.

— Jesús Rodríguez, New Yorker, 10 July 2026
This is what sets this investment thesis apart from past cycles.

— Tim Bajarin, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of cycles

Noun

If the daybed doesn’t have wheels, Button suggests adding casters to the legs for a DIY way to make the outdoor furniture mobile.

— Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 July 2026
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, 8 July 2026

Definition of wheels

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The draft will resume Sunday and run 20 rounds, giving the Cubs more chances to restock their farm system with young pitchers.

— Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 12 July 2026
Adams, 25, started the Group A fixtures against Mexico and the Czech Republic, and came off the bench in the 1-0 win over South Korea that earned the side a first ever place in the knockout rounds, where they were beaten by Canada.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 11 July 2026

Definition of rounds

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