variants
or rhythmical
as in metrical
marked by or occurring with a noticeable regularity in the rise and fall of sound
lulled to sleep by the rhythmic sound of her mother's voice reading the Bible
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Recent Examples of rhythmic
During the procession and at the park, men gathered in circles to tap their chests in a rhythmic pattern known as latmiya as drummers tapped a beat.
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Niraj Warikoo, Freep.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Each design thoughtfully addresses these elements through a rhythmic composition and layering of spaces, creating a balance between openness and privacy, environmental protection, and shading, while maximizing breathtaking beach and sea views.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 25 July 2025
There has been less research into the link between the stomach’s inherent rhythmic activity and mental well-being.
—New Atlas, 17 Aug. 2025
Kind of like the Olympics’ team rhythmic gymnastics but with better throwing and balancing stunts.
—Bay Area News Group, Mercury News, 15 Aug. 2025
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Niraj Warikoo, Freep.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Each design thoughtfully addresses these elements through a rhythmic composition and layering of spaces, creating a balance between openness and privacy, environmental protection, and shading, while maximizing breathtaking beach and sea views.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 25 July 2025
There has been less research into the link between the stomach’s inherent rhythmic activity and mental well-being.
—New Atlas, 17 Aug. 2025
Kind of like the Olympics’ team rhythmic gymnastics but with better throwing and balancing stunts.
—Bay Area News Group, Mercury News, 15 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for rhythmic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rhythmic
Adjective
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With Emigholz’s signature metrical cutting and oblique framings, Ecce Mole explores cinema’s own spatial and symbolic dimensions through the buildings’ opposing scales and functions—interior and exterior, domestic and civic, modest and monumental.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
7 Aug. 2025
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Store openings have always been a growth metric and indicator of success, helping grow brand awareness and customer acquisition.—
Clara Ludmir,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Putting on the spritz doesn’t require crossing time zones—just get out your metric measuring cup and check out your favorite spirits store for ingredients.—
Lana Bortolot,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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That three-part series did well for Netflix, with 20.3 million hours viewed – the metric Netflix previously used – and entering its Top 10 charts at No. 8.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
26 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Likewise, Carlos Santana appeared in early PRS Guitars advertisements because the instruments elevated his musical expression.—
Lilian Raji,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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As Abrams' musical journey in Louisville continues over the next three years, the music director plans to continue elevating orchestral music as a form of public service and as an example of the next frontier for orchestras.—
Kirby Adams,
The Courier-Journal,
26 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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With more remote work, online learning and streaming, fast and steady access is more important than ever.—
Kara McGinley,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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Median sales prices remain steady despite a 20% increase in active listings.—
Collyn Wainwright,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Rhythmic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rhythmic. Accessed 1 Sep. 2025.
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