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noun

ˈrōt How to pronounce rote (audio)
Definition of rotenext
as in routine
an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity learned the rote for the exercise warm-up but not the reasoning behind it

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adjective

as in usual

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Recent Examples of rote
Noun
Nothing is done by rote in such a sophisticated operation, after all, and the results reflect at least some elements of emphasis. — Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026 Both governments still mouth the old slogans, by rote. — Quico Toro, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Lower Manhattan businesses resented the frequent disruptions, and some New Yorkers saw the celebrations as rote and manufactured. — Jennifer Peltz, Fortune, 17 June 2026 The platform is extremely straightforward to use, and the variety of available study methods can help break up the repetition of rote memorization. — Jill Duffy, PC Magazine, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for rote
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rote
  1. routine
  2. usual
  3. grind
  4. typical
  5. ordinary
  6. unimaginative
  7. standard
  8. normal
Noun
  • In the 19-page complaint, obtained by Rolling Stone, Morake argued that Jonasi had presented the translation as fact during a conversational podcast rather than as part of a stand-up routine.
    — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 11 July 2026
  • Still, regaining their routines does not mean their fears simply disappear.
    — Osmary Hernández, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
Definition of routine
Adjective
  • The announcement came with all the usual comparisons to the big foundation models against benchmarks that provide some vague sense of capability.
    — Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 10 July 2026
  • The American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament returned to the shores of Lake Tahoe on Friday with its usual assortment of sports and entertainment celebrities and tens of thousands of enthusiastic fans.
    — José Luis Villegas, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of usual
Noun
  • Located near Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park allows visitors to escape the daily grind of urban life and immerse themselves in nature.
    — Josh Laskin, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026
  • In a country built on perpetual grind (westward expansion, the machismo of the highway), the motorcycle distills that promise to its essence.
    — Ashlea Halpern, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026
Definition of grind
Adjective
  • If multiple people become infected within a neighborhood, a typical source would be a cooling tower, hot tub or spray fountain, NYC Health wrote on its website.
    — Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 8 July 2026
  • The contoured footbed offers more support than a typical flat sandal, and the adjustable straps help customize the fit, which is especially helpful for her flat feet.
    — Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026
Definition of typical
Adjective
  • This impressive dinner will make an ordinary Wednesday night feel like a special occasion.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 July 2026
  • Asked why, Newsom told The Times his party had become out of touch with ordinary Americans.
    — Jenny Jarvie Follow, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
Definition of ordinary
Adjective
  • This is a competent if unimaginative (it was made for Lifetime, after all) retelling of the real-life tale.
    — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 26 June 2026
  • Despite its expense and hard-working cast, its extensive, expensive and eye-filling special effects, and an effective but ear-splitting score by Jerry Goldsmith, the film remains surprisingly small, thanks to David Odell’s unimaginative, earthbound screenplay.
    — Arthur Knight, HollywoodReporter, 25 June 2026
Definition of unimaginative
Adjective
  • The standard connectors, designed by Tesla, are smaller and lighter than the combined systems.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • Everything below is priced within the retailer’s standard budget-friendly range.
    — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2026
Definition of standard
Adjective
  • For many women, painful periods are treated as an unfortunate but normal part of life.
    — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • Typically, El Niño is associated with wetter-than-normal conditions during the winter in Southern California.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of normal

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