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rut

noun

Definition of rut

as in routine

an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity I've fallen into a rut, watching television and then going to bed every night

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Recent Examples of rut Talk about a way to shock yourself (and anyone near your workspace) out of a productivity rut. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026 After making six consecutive playoff appearances from 2017-22, the Exporters suddenly fell into a rut. — Jon Poorman, Houston Chronicle, 28 Sep. 2026 In Yellowstone, elk are bugling during the rut, while bison, moose, and bears are busy ahead of winter. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 24 Sep. 2026 And yet that life seems to have come to a halt for Elif, a respected poet who’s been stuck in a rut for a long time. — Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rut

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The Moon entering Libra also highlights your daily routines, so a small practical adjustment can ease tension quickly.

— Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 9 Oct. 2026
Investors are overlooking the growth potential of German consumer giant Henkel's burgeoning haircare business as even cautious consumers continue to splurge on self-care routines, according to Barclays.

— Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of routine

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Because of those factors, and perhaps coupled with my love for the game and fervor for the assignment, the daily grind never felt like that at all.

— Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 9 Oct. 2026
While voters may like to see a more unified Congress that quickly passes certain bills or agendas, the political grind that slows that process down appears to be good for the market.

— Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 9 Oct. 2026

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Hollywood, meanwhile, has finally found its groove with adapting games into films and series.

— Dade Hayes, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026
Just suffice it to say that both of their projects have broad cross-generational appeal, although Dean’s timeless grooves might be more squarely in the pocket for older voters, whereas Rodrigo has a dad-rock factor going for her.

— Chris Willman, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026

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