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as in motifs
a unit of decoration that is repeated all over something (as a fabric)
a coverlet with a nosegay of tiny pink roses as the pattern
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as in habits
a usual manner of behaving or doing
her daily pattern begins with coffee and a bagel every morning for breakfast
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as in routines
an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity
with her, everything must be done strictly according to pattern
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as in layouts
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
many of the artist's paintings use the same pattern of a lone figure surrounded by a vast landscape
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as in models
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as in stripes
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Recent Examples of patterns
Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
Petroleum engineers have spent recent years documenting, through the Society of Petroleum Engineers, how models built on top of or in place of the decline curve improve forecast accuracy, processing more data and finding patterns the standard equations miss.
—Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Summer-like sea breeze patterns continue on Sunday in Central Florida, Spectrum News 13 meteorologist Katie Garch said.
—Elainie Colton, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 June 2026
While a classic black bikini is a beach staple, Hurley has a rotating collection of swimsuits that come in several intricate patterns and colors.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 13 June 2026
Water supply and treatment is a third, including drought-resilient supply, leak reduction, and systems built for the rainfall patterns of the next thirty years rather than the last thirty.
—Ravi S. Bhalla, Fortune, 13 June 2026
While there are certain products that can be used across different hair textures, lengths, curl patterns, thicknesses, colors (natural and unnatural), and needs, hair products are often created with specific consumers in mind.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 13 June 2026
The microfiber quilt is fully reversible and available in a variety of patterns, including botanical, striped, polka dot, and chevron designs.
—Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2026
Choose between 20 colors and patterns, including a fun leopard print.
—Claire West, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
Noun
Disqualifying factors for Safe Street workers include a history of arson, rape or crimes involving children; active warrants, probation or parole violations; or any patterns of criminal conduct that suggest the person is an active risk to public safety, Mavronis said.
—Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
Petroleum engineers have spent recent years documenting, through the Society of Petroleum Engineers, how models built on top of or in place of the decline curve improve forecast accuracy, processing more data and finding patterns the standard equations miss.
—Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Summer-like sea breeze patterns continue on Sunday in Central Florida, Spectrum News 13 meteorologist Katie Garch said.
—Elainie Colton, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 June 2026
While a classic black bikini is a beach staple, Hurley has a rotating collection of swimsuits that come in several intricate patterns and colors.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 13 June 2026
Water supply and treatment is a third, including drought-resilient supply, leak reduction, and systems built for the rainfall patterns of the next thirty years rather than the last thirty.
—Ravi S. Bhalla, Fortune, 13 June 2026
While there are certain products that can be used across different hair textures, lengths, curl patterns, thicknesses, colors (natural and unnatural), and needs, hair products are often created with specific consumers in mind.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 13 June 2026
The microfiber quilt is fully reversible and available in a variety of patterns, including botanical, striped, polka dot, and chevron designs.
—Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2026
Choose between 20 colors and patterns, including a fun leopard print.
—Claire West, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patterns
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The 10-piece capsule includes styles showcasing full-bleed artwork and individual elements throughout, including fisherman, sunbather and cowboy motifs.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
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Almost all Erica Tanov sheets have custom embroidery, and this set’s design takes inspiration from Palestinian motifs.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
10 June 2026
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Online resale app Vinted is seeing a structural shift in consumer behaviour, as habits form around the resale economy, the company’s marketplace boss told CNBC on Monday.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
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Berries are packed with antioxidants, fiber and vitamin C, so his healthy eating habits should put me, the proud grandmother, in a happy place, right?—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
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Tidy home systems, and let calm routines support freedom beautifully.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
12 June 2026
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Many small colleges were designed for a more stable environment where academic programs, governance routines and operating assumptions could change gradually.—
Christopher Washington,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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The new layouts also offer employees outdoor balcony seating and long, sunlit tables for group projects.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
6 June 2026
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Not all living room layouts are created equal, and many people fall victim to six common mistakes when positioning their furniture in this space.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
6 June 2026
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As Silicon Valley’s artificial intelligence boom powers America’s economy, rattles its job market, and shapes its national security priorities, political leaders are struggling for traction on how the government should seek to engage the technology, if at all.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
8 June 2026
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For women approaching menopause with significant symptoms, the conversation about hormone therapy is worth having with current evidence rather than the 20-year-old data that still shapes much of the surrounding fear.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2026
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The same kind of misunderstanding speckles the discourse around Live Laugh Love, his stellar new album.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
29 Aug. 2025
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Inspired by figures like Jack Greenberg, the longtime head of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, Dan chose public service, centering his path on helping the underserved while challenging entrenched systems of inequality.—
Joel Rubin,
New York Daily News,
9 June 2026
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An alliance of prominent French business, publishing and film figures has joined forces to revive one of the most storied venues in Paris cinephilia, with luxury house Chanel serving as lead partner behind the reopening of the historic Saint-Germain-des-Prés cinema.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
9 June 2026
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Venus conjunct Jupiter in Cancer expands your sixth house of work, wellness and daily rituals, making today ideal for improving your routine with more care, comfort and support.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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The experience also includes moonrise photography, Champagne sail, nightly beach dining and daily spa rituals, all in a private setting.—
Judith Garrison,
AJC.com,
9 June 2026
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“Patterns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patterns. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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