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 What if the most profound measure of mastery isn’t measured in hours of isolated repetition but in meaningful conversations? Chris Schembra, Rolling Stone, 26 June 2025 Since debuting with the Sky in 2024, Reese has been criticized for sequences that feature her rebounding her own misses in repetition. Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2025 Generally speaking, contract manufacturers thrive on predictability and repetition; their systems are typically built around lean principles optimized for HVLM. Scott Graybeal, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025 For global and local players alike, the message is clear: competing in China now means playing by a different rulebook — one that values connection over conversion, responsiveness over repetition, and trust over transaction. Li Jun, Footwear News, 28 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for repetition
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Noun
  • This innovation fosters customer loyalty and provides the brand with a high percentage of repeat orders.
    Yola Robert, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
  • The coleslaw and barbecue sauce make this is a recipe to make on repeat all year long.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 14 July 2025
Noun
  • He was waved home by third base coach Tim Leiper and was called safe before the call was overturned on replay review, ending the inning.
    Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 July 2025
  • Adell was initially called out trying to advance but the Angels challenged and the call was overturned following a replay review.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2025

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“Repetition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repetition. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.

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