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also practises
1
as in rehearsals
a private performance or session in preparation for a public appearance
we held one last practice before the big concert
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as in habits
a usual manner of behaving or doing
the store's practice has always been to honor all major credit cards
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also practises
as in exercises
to do over and over so as to become skilled
in order to play the guitar well, you need to practice fingering every single day
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Recent Examples of practices
Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2025
Common signs of a healthy work environment A thriving workplace doesn’t happen by accident; it’s carefully built by implementing intentional practices that support, empower and value employees.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
The resort has incorporated eco-friendly practices, such as replacing single-use water bottles with aluminum in all guest rooms, installing multi-use bath amenity dispensers, and reducing water consumption with high-efficiency toilets and faucets.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
VillageMD, which was sold to private equity firm Sycamore Partners last week in the $10 billion takeover of Walgreens, has hundreds of physician practices, outpatient health centers, urgent care sites and clinics adjacent to Walgreens stores.
—Bruce Japsen, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Survivor producers take their rules regarding fairness very seriously, which is why a network standards and practices representative is on location for the duration of the season to make sure everything is on the up and up.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Julia Marnin, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2025
Employment practices liability insurance (EPLI) 4.
—Bruce Werner, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Hashwi currently practices municipal law, representing cities and their employees, such as EMS workers and police officers.
—Niraj Warikoo, Freep.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Alongside Pilates, Salah also practises yoga.
—Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
Noun
There are also fears that doctors in these practices may focus too much on keeping paying patients happy, rather than providing the best disease management or medical care, researchers said.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2025
Common signs of a healthy work environment A thriving workplace doesn’t happen by accident; it’s carefully built by implementing intentional practices that support, empower and value employees.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
The resort has incorporated eco-friendly practices, such as replacing single-use water bottles with aluminum in all guest rooms, installing multi-use bath amenity dispensers, and reducing water consumption with high-efficiency toilets and faucets.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
VillageMD, which was sold to private equity firm Sycamore Partners last week in the $10 billion takeover of Walgreens, has hundreds of physician practices, outpatient health centers, urgent care sites and clinics adjacent to Walgreens stores.
—Bruce Japsen, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Survivor producers take their rules regarding fairness very seriously, which is why a network standards and practices representative is on location for the duration of the season to make sure everything is on the up and up.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Verb
The woman has sincerely held Pentecostal Christian beliefs and practices the religion of Free Holiness, the complaint notes.
—Julia Marnin, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2025
Employment practices liability insurance (EPLI) 4.
—Bruce Werner, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Hashwi currently practices municipal law, representing cities and their employees, such as EMS workers and police officers.
—Niraj Warikoo, Freep.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Alongside Pilates, Salah also practises yoga.
—Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for practices
Noun
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Amid evolving cybersecurity threats, such as ransomware attacks using double or even triple extortion tactics, having regular incident rehearsals sets the tone for resilience.—
Raymond Umerley,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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During rehearsals for Beijing’s upcoming military parade, a previously unseen unmanned surface vessel drew attention, underscoring the increasing role of drone technology in China’s naval ambitions.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Aug. 2025
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Some research has also found that evening folks tend to have less-healthy habits than morning ones—you’re just more apt to do things like smoke and drink at night, for instance.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
4 Sep. 2025
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In addition to maintaining good oral hygiene habits at home, such as brushing and flossing, experts recommend tactics like drinking plenty of water, limiting snacks and sugary foods, and quitting smoking to help prevent cavities.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Keep in mind that your sixth house of routines and seventh house of relationships will be buzzing with activity, presenting the opportunity to balance all of your inner work with practical routines and healthy connections.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Samir shows how weaving engagement into everyday routines—conversations, meetings, recognition—creates both pride and performance.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Pacific Fleet of the Russian Navy shows excellent training and a high level of combat readiness, which was demonstrated, among other things, by the July Storm exercises.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
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Further, employee reviews posted on the website Glassdoor claim that Chinese leadership still exercises considerable influence over Futurewei.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Aug. 2025
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The company expects to complete those trials in 2026.—
Jon Hamilton,
NPR,
5 Sep. 2025
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But these trials have been small, and largely limited to applying direct heat to a limb or muscle group—not simply moving that muscle in a warm room.—
Lauren Leffer,
Popular Science,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Most people are able to play lotteries for fun without falling into addictive or destructive patterns.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Eddie Bauer Women's Baja Sleeveless Shirt This adorable sleeveless collared shirt from Eddie Bauer comes in three colorful geometric patterns that scream fall.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Parsons attended Cowboys practices during training camp but has not participated in any team drills.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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After sitting out of Saturday’s team drills with arm soreness, Sanders was a full participant at Monday’s practice, but Flacco took all of the first-team reps during the 11-on-11 portion, according to ESPN.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
4 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Martel traces the parallels to Spain’s colonization of Argentina in the 16th century, where Spaniards imposed their language and customs onto the Indigenous population while also stripping the land for resources.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
31 Aug. 2025
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This adds at least 75 miles to the journey and a potential customs check.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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“Practices.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/practices. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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