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as in frequent
appearing or occurring repeatedly from time to time
what with one or another of our pets having problems, we've been regular visitors at the animal hospital
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as in systematic
following a set method, arrangement, or pattern
he's followed a regular schedule for almost 20 years: up by 5, in bed by 10
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as in formal
following or agreeing with established form, custom, or rules
thought about having a nontraditional wedding but in the end went with a regular ceremony instead
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as in simple
having no exceptions or restrictions
your room is a regular sty, and you need to clean it before you can go to the movies
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as in normal
having or showing the qualities associated with the members of a particular group or kind
tantrums aren't his regular behavior was just a regular guy who preferred hanging out with friends
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as in soldier
a person engaged in military service
throughout the war, the regulars were supplemented by corps of volunteers and militiamen
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as in familiar
someone who regularly spends time in a particular place
the coffeehouse regulars were put out by the interlopers occupying their usual table
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Recent Examples of regular
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 June 2026
Ashley Hernandez, a Wilmington resident and organizer with the nonprofit Communities for a Better Environment, said bloody noses and noxious fumes were a regular part of life in the neighborhood growing up.
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Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2026
Molly Gibbs,
Mercury News,
23 June 2026
Samoskevich, 23, was Florida’s first-round pick in 2021 and was a regular in the lineup for the past two seasons.
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Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
21 June 2026
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The case for regular sauna use as a longevity tool isn’t built on trends or testimonials.
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Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 June 2026
Ashley Hernandez, a Wilmington resident and organizer with the nonprofit Communities for a Better Environment, said bloody noses and noxious fumes were a regular part of life in the neighborhood growing up.
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Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2026
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On Murphy Avenue, regulars crowd the charming Irish pub Fibbar MaGees for pints and traditional Irish food or grab a strong cocktail and a game of pool next door at Paul & Harvey — a dive-bar fixture in the area since 1937.
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Molly Gibbs,
Mercury News,
23 June 2026
Samoskevich, 23, was Florida’s first-round pick in 2021 and was a regular in the lineup for the past two seasons.
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Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
21 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for regular
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Most of the area will stay dry for a majority of the day, however, a few isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon could present frequent lightning and strong winds.
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That campaign has upended daily life for people on the peninsula, resulting in frequent drone strikes, a ban on gas sales to ordinary residents, and the suspension of summer camps for children.
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This systematic approach ensures consistent innovation.
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The company conducted a full-condition, systematic trial covering more than 9,300 miles with its electric truck fleet.
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The men, both in formal suits, appear jovial despite their opposing political views, with smiles spreading on their faces.
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Management cited its recent formal launch of FedEx Life Science, which provides specialized transportation services for the health-care industry, where packages can be both time- and temperature-sensitive, as well as accelerating growth in artificial intelligence.
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The questions Campbell needs to answer are simple.
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According to Roberts, Treinen felt normal after the game.
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The lower-than-normal system voltage from a weak battery, failing alternator, slipping belt or poor electrical connection can affect the electric power steering system.
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Mexico sent two Mexican Air Force transport planes carrying 261 personnel, including soldiers, air force members and National Guard troops, Reuters reported.
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National Guard soldiers and airmen will be tasked with crowd control, traffic management and security patrols.
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Cats make wonderful friends and, for the witchy folks among us, maybe even familiars.
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The cast also includes franchise familiars Courteney Cox, Scott Foley, Mason Gooding, and Jasmin Savoy Brown.
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Curtis Robinson has had periodic usage as well.
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With some mathematical wizardry, the researchers described a periodic surface whose elements capture discrete components of polarized wavefronts.
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“Regular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regular. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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