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
Noun
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While the set comes with a small Kanuma pumice incense holder, the brand’s bronze asymmetrical beauty—designed in collaboration with Vogel Studio—gives the ritual of burning incense an elegant flair.—
Lauren Arzbaecher,
Architectural Digest,
28 Apr. 2025
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Francis wanted his burial ritual simplified, with less opulence, in keeping with his view that the church should serve the poor.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr.,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 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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California’s governors and legislators have a very bad habit of enacting major programs and projects without fully exploring their downside risks.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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Aspect ratios and film formats are in flux; the grainy film stock and low-grade digital video of Datong give way to the high-definition crispness of Fengjie.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
2 May 2025
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In recent months though, and as the weather’s picked up, another style of jeans has been shuffling their way onto our moodboards.—
Daisy Jones,
Vogue,
2 May 2025
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The company, which sells hot and iced coffee, tea, shakes, as well as burritos and tacos, also hosts classes to teach dogs tricks.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Dimbleby’s age, far from a liability, feels like a magic trick—rare is the podcast host in 2025 who can casually weave socioeconomics together with personal memories of the Second World War.—
Sarah Larson,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2025
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And anyone who has ever taken a yoga class has used some form of the ancient practice of Pranayama, or breath regulation.—
Rustin Dodd,
New York Times,
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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In lieu of a pricey pieces, upholster a simple headboard and use the same fabric for the bed skirt to give the illusion of a completely custom bed frame for a fraction of the price.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
1 May 2025
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This limited custom tasting menu will include signature MIMI Chinese selections from Shrimp Toast, Hunan Chili Seabass, Supreme Fried Rice, and more.—
Erica Wertheim Zohar,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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“Second nature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/second%20nature. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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