as in repeat
the act of saying or doing over again
the repetition of the honor society's oath at the initiation ceremonies got old really quickly
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Recent Examples of repetition
In all these cases, repetition doesn’t lead to a single, Platonic end point.
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Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 29 Apr. 2025
Thoughtful repetition and use of neutrals keep his rooms calm and inviting.
—Eleni N. Gage, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2025
For example, some parents may wonder if these behaviors are related to things like stimming (repetitive movement or sounds), echolalia (meaningless repetition of words), or self-regulation behaviors.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 12 May 2025
Focus on moving with good form rather than trying to do as many repetitions as possible.
—Alyssa Ages, New York Times, 3 May 2025
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Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 29 Apr. 2025
Thoughtful repetition and use of neutrals keep his rooms calm and inviting.
—Eleni N. Gage, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2025
For example, some parents may wonder if these behaviors are related to things like stimming (repetitive movement or sounds), echolalia (meaningless repetition of words), or self-regulation behaviors.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 12 May 2025
Focus on moving with good form rather than trying to do as many repetitions as possible.
—Alyssa Ages, New York Times, 3 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for repetition
Recent Examples of Synonyms for repetition
Noun
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Expect your plant to be a repeat performer but new blooms are not likely for about a year.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2025
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One restaurant was cited for repeat violations and rodents and roaches were found at others in the latest round of Plano health inspections, according to the inspection report.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 May 2025
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Clark’s third personal foul was upgraded to a flagrant 1 while Boston and Reese each drew technical fouls following a replay review by the referees.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2025
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Users can stream live video from those facilities, with the option to watch replays and download clips.—
Scott Soshnick,
Sportico.com,
21 May 2025
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“Repetition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repetition. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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