as in ritual
a usual manner of behaving or doing
speaking and thinking in Japanese simply became second nature to her during the years she spent in Kyoto
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Recent Examples of second nature
Betty’s heels have become second nature to her, as has the slightly squeaky voice.
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Michael Paulson, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
Once that was mastered, the music came second nature.
—Derek Scancarelli, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Plunging into the ocean is second nature to Barrington Scott, a Marine veteran who finds peace 65 feet below the surface.
—Skyler Henry, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2025
Regular crisis simulations, leadership rotations in crisis roles and real-time risk dashboards ensure preparedness becomes second nature.
—Roman Reznikov, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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Michael Paulson, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
Once that was mastered, the music came second nature.
—Derek Scancarelli, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Plunging into the ocean is second nature to Barrington Scott, a Marine veteran who finds peace 65 feet below the surface.
—Skyler Henry, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2025
Regular crisis simulations, leadership rotations in crisis roles and real-time risk dashboards ensure preparedness becomes second nature.
—Roman Reznikov, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for second nature
Recent Examples of Synonyms for second nature
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In each iteration, the body of the deceased was pulled by livestock or carried by boat while mourners performed rituals to honor their lives and, in some cultures, to encourage safe passage for the spirit into the afterlife.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
10 May 2025
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Generations pass, cultures overlap, and trends evolve, but the sanctity of beauty rituals for and by ourselves remain.—
Cierra Black,
Essence,
9 May 2025
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Department stores, mall staples and specialty brands are all among those either trimming locations or shutting down entirely as part of ongoing shifts in consumer shopping habits and corporate restructuring efforts.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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Consider that in-person work might be a feature, not just a bug, promoting habits that ultimately deliver better physical and mental health outcomes that improve your life.—
John Gallucci Jr,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Though olive oil coffee can be a healthy way to enjoy your daily coffee, consuming it in moderation is key.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
2 May 2025
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The practice is a way of acknowledging those who reach out to wish them well for the occasion.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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The trick is to find multiple locations that are close enough together and decide on a menu that feels cohesive.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
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The trick will be whether the Bruins are paying for a career year or reliable future performance.—
Fluto Shinzawa,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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Related article South Korean architects look to the past in their push to modernize The film illustrates the subtle politics of Suh’s practice.—
Megan Williams,
CNN Money,
1 May 2025
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Everything about the transition is overwhelming, from the skill of the other players on the court to the length of practices, so Rivers said she’s tried to be patient with her progress early on.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
1 May 2025
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Shares of Broadcom, which works on Google’s custom AI chips, are down 15% this year but have notably jumped more than 16% over the past month after the company beat first-quarter expectations .—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
1 May 2025
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The customs bond typically starts at about $100,000.—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
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“Second nature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/second%20nature. Accessed 15 May. 2025.
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