as in routines
an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity
the treadmill of the morning commute to work
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Recent Examples of treadmills
In militaristic sync as they pound treadmills, down protein shakes and take steroid injections in the buttocks, a gymnasium full of lavishly buff (even 24-packed, to quote a droll visual gag) gay men blankly sing the praises of the body-beautiful lifestyle to a pounding EDM beat.
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Guy Lodge,
Variety,
23 May 2026
The simple gym room is equipped with an elliptical, a couple treadmills, and weight-lifting systems, all with views of a glistening tributary of the Cubango River that flows through the property.
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Samantha Falewée,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Apr. 2026
For travelers looking to break a sweat, there is a gym with two Pelotons, a handful of treadmills, and weights—plus a small outdoor space for yoga.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Apr. 2026
The reasoning has nothing to do with dumbbells or treadmills, though.
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Nicole Bennett,
AJC.com,
20 Mar. 2026
There’s also a small-but-mighty gym for those who feel inspired with treadmills, a Peloton, and weights.
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Margaux Anbouba,
Vogue,
25 Feb. 2026
Look for new and different places to walk, such as school tracks, malls, or home treadmills.
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Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
20 Feb. 2026
Members use Woodway 4Front treadmills, and BeaverFit benches equipped with dumbbells, slam balls and resistance bands.
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Samantha Gowen,
Oc Register,
16 Feb. 2026
In a promotional demonstration, the founder and institute head Wang Hongtao raced the red, metallic android on treadmills.
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Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Feb. 2026
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
23 May 2026
The simple gym room is equipped with an elliptical, a couple treadmills, and weight-lifting systems, all with views of a glistening tributary of the Cubango River that flows through the property.
—
Samantha Falewée,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Apr. 2026
For travelers looking to break a sweat, there is a gym with two Pelotons, a handful of treadmills, and weights—plus a small outdoor space for yoga.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Apr. 2026
The reasoning has nothing to do with dumbbells or treadmills, though.
—
Nicole Bennett,
AJC.com,
20 Mar. 2026
There’s also a small-but-mighty gym for those who feel inspired with treadmills, a Peloton, and weights.
—
Margaux Anbouba,
Vogue,
25 Feb. 2026
Look for new and different places to walk, such as school tracks, malls, or home treadmills.
—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
20 Feb. 2026
Members use Woodway 4Front treadmills, and BeaverFit benches equipped with dumbbells, slam balls and resistance bands.
—
Samantha Gowen,
Oc Register,
16 Feb. 2026
In a promotional demonstration, the founder and institute head Wang Hongtao raced the red, metallic android on treadmills.
—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for treadmills
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This unique light changes daily routines, offering 24-hour wildlife viewing opportunities as animals are highly active.
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There are also tutorials for achieving game-day hair and makeup plus fitness routines.
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Wet soil is also prone to compaction from the weight of the mower, which may leave ruts in the yard.
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Mow a different direction each time the lawn is cut to avoid ruts in the turf.
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Tableside dishes are a highlight, including a seasonal classic Greek salad and mouthwatering whole branzino baked in a coffee-grinds and sea-salt crust, then expertly deboned and served to perfection.
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In a measuring cup or small bowl, stir together the yogurt, mayonnaise, chives, dill and garlic powder; season with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper.
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“Treadmills.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treadmills. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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