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as in ritual
a usual manner of behaving or doing
her daily pattern begins with coffee and a bagel every morning for breakfast
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as in routine
an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity
with her, everything must be done strictly according to pattern
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as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
many of the artist's paintings use the same pattern of a lone figure surrounded by a vast landscape
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as in to model
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Recent Examples of pattern
Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 12 May 2025
At their best, these shows are binge friendly but episodes also standalone for a more traditional viewing pattern.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 11 May 2025
Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2025
Ars Video The question being asked here is what happens if the damage that induces regeneration happens while the animal is still developing at a time when wnt signaling is normally patterning the animal's organs.
—John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 18 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Years later, his relationship with singer Cassie and his on-and-off romantic relationship with actress Kat Pasion may also show patterns of alleged abuse.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 12 May 2025
At their best, these shows are binge friendly but episodes also standalone for a more traditional viewing pattern.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 11 May 2025
Verb
That includes her pink, flowy option that was patterned with greenery.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2025
Ars Video The question being asked here is what happens if the damage that induces regeneration happens while the animal is still developing at a time when wnt signaling is normally patterning the animal's organs.
—John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pattern
Noun
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The motif of changelings—of fairies taking a human child and leaving a nonhuman child in its place—comes up throughout the story.—
Deborah Treisman,
New Yorker,
18 May 2025
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For 99 years, the criss-cross balcony motif that runs along the Bullens Road Stand has been the symbol of Goodison Park’s enduring charm.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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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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The clip began with Kiser waking up and beginning her routine.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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But with most makeup products falling under the 3.4 oz limit, including foundation and concealer, Barratt rarely encounters any difficulties when carrying out her full glam routine.—
Isabelle Rodney,
CNN Money,
20 May 2025
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The cake pop features strawberry cream cake mixed with buttercream, dipped in a chocolatey icing and finished with a summer strawberry design.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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The buttons are eye-catching and polished, and the sleeveless design offers plenty of airflow to your arms.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
20 May 2025
Verb
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Parents should also model healthy conflict resolution in their daily lives, because kids tend to copy the actions of their parents, Obama said.—
Ashton Jackson,
CNBC,
10 May 2025
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The estate was modeled after the Palace of the Lost City, a hotel in South Africa, which was also built by Allison.—
Michael Nied,
People.com,
9 May 2025
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The black and white striped design was crafted using more than 1.4 million individual beads and required 7,600 hours of handwork.—
Laurie Brookins,
HollywoodReporter,
5 May 2025
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Snag striped button-downs à la Katie Holmes and more billowy styles for as little as $10.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Develop active listening habits Practice focusing entirely on what others are saying rather than formulating your response.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Encourage critical thinking, discussions about activism or policy, and personal responsibility, such as changing their consumption habits or volunteering.—
Taylor Grothe,
Parents,
14 May 2025
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There is also a choice of plates to alter the keyboard’s layout with up to 16 options and 5 accessories to give each keyboard a more individual finish.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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The reveal was accompanied by a video showing the facility's layout and weaponry.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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“Pattern.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pattern. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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