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as in frequent
appearing or occurring repeatedly from time to time
what with one or another of our pets having problems, we've been regular visitors at the animal hospital
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as in systematic
following a set method, arrangement, or pattern
he's followed a regular schedule for almost 20 years: up by 5, in bed by 10
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as in formal
following or agreeing with established form, custom, or rules
thought about having a nontraditional wedding but in the end went with a regular ceremony instead
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as in unconditional
having no exceptions or restrictions
your room is a regular sty, and you need to clean it before you can go to the movies
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as in normal
having or showing the qualities associated with the members of a particular group or kind
tantrums aren't his regular behavior was just a regular guy who preferred hanging out with friends
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as in soldier
a person engaged in military service
throughout the war, the regulars were supplemented by corps of volunteers and militiamen
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as in familiar
someone who regularly spends time in a particular place
the coffeehouse regulars were put out by the interlopers occupying their usual table
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Recent Examples of regular
Alyssa Cooper, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2025
Typically, mop heads last about three months with regular use, and some manufacturers recommend replacing them every three months as well.
—Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 28 May 2025
Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 12 May 2025
Some of the classic CBGB hardcore regulars will also be on hand, including Gorilla Biscuits, Murphy’s Law and the Cro-Mags, as well as some noisy newbies such as the Linda Lindas, Lambrini Girls, Destroy Boys, Angel Du$t, Scowl, Pinkshift, Teen Mortgage, YHWN Nailgun, Soul Glo and Lip Critic.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 12 May 2025
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Adjective
The Cowboys open the regular season against NFC East rival and defending Super Bowl champs Philadelphia Eagles on Sept. 4.
—Alyssa Cooper, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2025
Typically, mop heads last about three months with regular use, and some manufacturers recommend replacing them every three months as well.
—Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 28 May 2025
Noun
As Deadline reported exclusively earlier this month, recent SVU cast additions Juliana Martinez and Octavio Pisano also are leaving as series regulars after one and three seasons, respectively.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 12 May 2025
Some of the classic CBGB hardcore regulars will also be on hand, including Gorilla Biscuits, Murphy’s Law and the Cro-Mags, as well as some noisy newbies such as the Linda Lindas, Lambrini Girls, Destroy Boys, Angel Du$t, Scowl, Pinkshift, Teen Mortgage, YHWN Nailgun, Soul Glo and Lip Critic.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for regular
Adjective
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But frequent policy shifts and developments have been muddying the picture.—
Sophie Kiderlin,
CNBC,
30 May 2025
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But some critics have noted his erratic behavior, such as his Nazi-like gesture at a rally, garbled answers during interviews, and frequent insults of top Trump officials.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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The white minority in South Africa established and perpetuated a culture of apartheid in South Africa for over 40 years until the early 1990s, resulting in systematic oppression, political domination, segregation and discrimination against the predominantly Black population.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 May 2025
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In a systematic review and meta-analysis, researchers examined whether strength training or aerobic exercise was better for migraines.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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This installation for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Cantor Roof Garden comprises four sculptural elements that explore the sonic and formal potential of simple stringed instruments.—
Caitlin Woolsey,
Artforum,
1 June 2025
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The city is still preparing its formal response to the findings.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 June 2025
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Both Merz and Zelensky criticized the Kremlin’s effective rejection of an unconditional ceasefire proposed by the U.S., which Kyiv accepted.—
Stefanie Dazio,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2025
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Ukraine has agreed to an unconditional 30-day ceasefire, proposed by the U.S., but Putin rejected it.—
Jackie Northam,
NPR,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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In the months since Trump was reelected and returned to the White House, American doctors have shown skyrocketing interest in becoming licensed in Canada, where dozens more than normal have already been cleared to practice, according to Canadian licensing officials and recruiting businesses.—
Brett Kelman,
NPR,
29 May 2025
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Most kids use pacifiers—and up to a certain point, that's totally normal.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
29 May 2025
Noun
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Under current policy, decisions to separate soldiers outside standard regulatory grounds rest solely with the secretary of the Army — a power typically reserved for exceptional circumstances.—
Eleanor Watson,
CBS News,
30 May 2025
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Federal prosecutors allege Tian sold sensitive military information to former soldier Ruoyu Duan, who would allegedly receive money from individuals residing in China.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
30 May 2025
Noun
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The Santal, in South Asia, believed that witches (always female) copulated with spirit familiars and devoured the organs of children.—
Manvir Singh,
New Yorker,
17 May 2025
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But before Guillermo leaves for good, Nandor offers him a seat in his coffin, which unexpectedly is revealed to be the secret entrance to the underground crime-fighting lair much to the former familiar's delight and surprise.—
Stacy Lambe,
People.com,
17 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Modern belt drive systems, such as those from Gates, are made of a complex mixture of materials (above) that provide a service life far longer than a chain, operate in near silence, and require little to no maintenance, apart from periodic tension adjustments.—
William Roberson,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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The suit claims the Trump administration’s decision to cut short the duration of immigration and work authorizations for Haitians was done in violation of immigration law and without the proper periodic review that the TPS statute requires.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2025
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“Regular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regular. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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