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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
Bob Fischer, The Conversation, 4 Apr. 2025
The current guidelines, issued in 2020, emphasized dietary patterns and provided recommendations not only for healthy individuals but also for people who are overweight or obese and those at risk for chronic disease.
—Bruce Gil, Quartz, 4 Apr. 2025
Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Pair bright white shaker-style cabinets with colorful tile and patterned wallpaper for a cohesive kitchen that feels clean and contemporary.
—Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Mar. 2025
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Noun
There is no known brain structure or pattern of neural activity whose presence or absence settles the question.
—Bob Fischer, The Conversation, 4 Apr. 2025
The current guidelines, issued in 2020, emphasized dietary patterns and provided recommendations not only for healthy individuals but also for people who are overweight or obese and those at risk for chronic disease.
—Bruce Gil, Quartz, 4 Apr. 2025
Verb
This featherlight metal fabric suggestive of chainmail that looked like dripping mercury could be dyed and patterned and was primarily used in silver or gold (as seen in his Autumn/Winter 1997 couture collection).
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Pair bright white shaker-style cabinets with colorful tile and patterned wallpaper for a cohesive kitchen that feels clean and contemporary.
—Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pattern
Noun
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And with so many jungle motifs to play with, there’s lots to explore.—
Maggie Griswold,
StyleCaster,
1 Apr. 2025
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Mirador de la Flor, which translates to Lookout of the Flower, features a motif of white roses and a life-size bronze statue of the singer leaning against a center pillar, looking over the Corpus Christi Bay.—
Jacqueline Weiss,
People.com,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In 2025, that emotional fast food ritual is back, this time pixelated and playfully spicy.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Your coffee ritual deserves more than a cluttered corner of the kitchen counter.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
2 Apr. 2025
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Your daily routine includes preparing patients for the examination, ensuring proper position, operating the machine, and protecting patients from radiation.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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After her skincare routine, Olivia gets her hair and makeup done, steams her voice, and puts on her onstage outfit.—
Kleigh Balugo,
StyleCaster,
2 Apr. 2025
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The new trompe l’oeil guilloché design presents a pattern that gives the illusion of infinite depth.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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But a fourth model in a platinum case—limited to just 200 examples—offers a slanted take on the 1928 design: Its hours window sits at 10 o’clock, and its minutes window is at 6 o’clock.—
Oren Hartov,
Robb Report,
1 Apr. 2025
Verb
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It's named the Peralta S and is modeled on a Maserati supercar, just like the original.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
5 Apr. 2025
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The release states the latest bill is modeled after the War Powers Resolution of 1973, which requires the president to notify Congress when sending troops to foreign countries without congressional approval and gives lawmakers oversight to limit actions without that approval.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
4 Apr. 2025
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While the Bengal tiger is by far the most famous resident of the park, a typical expedition also offers the opportunity to spot sambar deer, striped hyenas and sloth bears—and there’s no shortage of eye-catching birds that call the park home as well.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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The blue, green and white striped tie was held together by staples by the end of the bruising 2020 campaign.—
Stephen Battaglio,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Adopt or maintain healthy habits: Stress and illness can trigger allergic asthma.—
Verywell Health,
Verywell Health,
9 Apr. 2025
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Through adapting to changing work cultures and embracing healthier work habits, professionals can create a more fulfilling and sustainable balance between work and life.—
Raquel Gomes,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Some games won't be compatible, but that will likely be a short list dependent upon the original Joy-Cons' layout and features.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
4 Apr. 2025
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The food, the layout and the rise of women’s sports means Tom’s draws about half women these days, better than a typical watering hole.—
Brendan Coffey,
Sportico.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Pattern.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pattern. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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