as in routines
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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From supporting overall wellness to preventing nutrient deficiencies, taking supplements is a cornerstone in many people’s health routines.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
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As women start to progress through this period, their wellness routines might need modification to adequately manage symptoms and reflect the changing needs of their bodies.—
Olivia Lee,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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Upgrade your movie marathons, gaming grinds, and Sunday chill sessions with this gorgeous 50 inch Hisense 4K Smart TV.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
20 Oct. 2025
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It’s finished with a generous sprinkling of salt and a few grinds of black pepper.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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Known for their high-energy performances and irresistible grooves, April and the Funk Junkies have become a San Diego favorite, filling dance floors with their mix of funk, soul, pop, and rock classics.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Nov. 2025
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The two No 10s largely avoid the sort of slack passes and heavy touches that have previously halted United from properly settling into their attacking grooves.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
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Personal issues, such as cleanliness, eye care routines, or sleep patterns, are one thing, but there are also more widespread, communal issues that can greatly affect your eyesight in surprising ways.—
William Jones,
Ascend Agency,
11 Nov. 2025
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As the format matures, that accessibility can help challenge the old patterns of entertainment and pave the way for a more inclusive audio landscape.—
Anastasia Tsioulcas,
NPR,
11 Nov. 2025
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Edwards is the vehicle that often drives their offense and pulls them out of ruts.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
27 Oct. 2025
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Wet grass can clog your mower, leave ruts in the soil, and raise the risk of lawn diseases.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
21 Sep. 2025
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In recent years, Beijing has ramped up pressure on the island, including near-daily military flights across the Taiwan Strait and large-scale drills simulating a blockade.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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In their game-deciding drives, the kind of two-minute drills franchise players produce, lies experience.—
Joel Lorenzi,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Rotes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rotes. Accessed 20 Nov. 2025.
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