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second nature

noun

Definition of second nature

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 With Amazon's Deals of the Day, getting the best in tech at epic discounts becomes second nature. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 3 June 2026 Over time, this routine becomes second nature, and your pool rewards you with water that stays clear and inviting. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 1 May 2026 Over time, these adjustments become second nature. — Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 1 May 2026 For gardeners who have spent years tending beds and borders, the basics can feel like second nature. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for second nature

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Noun

After matches, Japanese fans once again stayed behind to collect trash from the stadium rows, continuing a practice that has become one of the most recognizable rituals in global sport.

— Julia Dhar, Time, 11 July 2026
For travelers, this shift requires participating in a rigorous environmental ritual that challenges the traditional hands-off approach to vacationing.

— Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

Definition of ritual

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How to Style It Scandi bobs work for pretty much anyone, and there are so many different ways to wear them.

— Audrey Noble, Vogue, 16 July 2026
An investigation by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners found that while the three medications were administered in non-fatal doses, Hemphill failed to acknowledge the way the drugs would act when combined, according to the warrant.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026

Definition of way

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Australia responded six minutes later following a trick lineout move involving hooker Brandon Paenga-Amosa throwing to scrumhalf Ryan Lonergan at the front, getting the return pass and starting the movement that finished with him scoring.

— ABC News, ABC News, 11 July 2026
By stop-starting Gvardiol — a trick that lulls defenders into a false sense of security — and then faking to go one way and then the other, Messi found space where there seemed to be none and set up Julian Alvarez for Argentina’s third goal.

— Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 10 July 2026

Definition of trick

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In March, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung warned on X that oil refiners and corporations engaged in price-fixing would be held accountable, vowing to deploy all lawful measures against unethical business practices.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 6 July 2026
Even with this practice, there should be an effort, if possible, to avoid training or competition during the hottest times of day.

— Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 6 July 2026

Definition of practice

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Authorities have been introducing new measures to ensure the smooth flow of goods across all customs ports.

— Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 9 July 2026
Physical donations also face additional logistical hurdles, including sorting, packaging, customs clearance and border inspections.

— Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 25 June 2026

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