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predictability

noun

Definition of predictability

as in monotony

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Recent Examples of predictability Gone is the scrambling, gone are the endless possibilities, gone are the complicated dynamics of large groups replaced, once again, by the predictability of the small group. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 15 Oct. 2026 Leaders like predictability; investors value it; and operators can plan around it. — Adam Povlitz, Forbes.com, 13 Oct. 2026 Singapore strategy Still, Wong argued that competing on price alone was not a viable strategy for Singapore, which must instead differentiate itself through its capabilities, stability and predictability. — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026 None of this takes into account our more primal drives and desires, which often sit at odds with the predictability and frictionlessness of technology. — Amy Francombe, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2026 The lack of predictability is exactly what drew Herman to ceramics in the first place. — Marissa Gluck, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026 Cheng Xin / Getty Images Both sides will hold regular talks on potential investment opportunities and barriers, enhancing policy transparency and predictability, and responding to enterprises’ concerns, the ministry said. — Reuters, NBC news, 28 Sep. 2026 One of you may value freedom while the other values predictability. — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026 And that predictability and security could be exactly what many savers need right now. — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 15 Sep. 2026

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Noun

Small changes like adding wallpaper or vintage rugs break up monotony and add warmth and personality.

— Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 23 Sep. 2026
But she’s lost in boredom and monotony, caring for her husband who doesn’t love her and uses her as a servant.

— Keith Langston, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of monotony

Noun

Many women with natural hair can empathize with the breakage concerns and tediousness that can arise when taking down protective styles.

— Caché McClay, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
It’s powered by your own hand—only without the tediousness of using a needle and thread.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Aug. 2025

Definition of tediousness

Noun

Hughes offered the usual interview platitudes and seemed to be pleased with how his team was playing.

— Matt Reigle OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2026
But the platitudes offered by Sakic for Bednar and Bednar for Sakic ignore the Avs’ 20-18 playoff record since winning the cup.

— Troy Renck, Denver Post, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of platitude

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