as in cadence
the recurrent pattern formed by a series of sounds having a regular rise and fall in intensity
the steady rhythm of the rain falling on the roof
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Recent Examples of rhythm
The night-light colors are chosen carefully to encourage a healthy circadian rhythm.
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2025
This issue was built around residences that offer respite from the routine: homes that are in harmony with their environment and the rhythms of their inhabitants, and that offer an unabashed sense of fantasy and locale.
—Amy Astley, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2025
The rhythm of a typical Hot Ones interview reflects this dynamic.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 27 May 2025
Some researchers have suspected for a while that these rhythms can synchronize with the rhythm of music.
—Eva Amsen, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2025
This issue was built around residences that offer respite from the routine: homes that are in harmony with their environment and the rhythms of their inhabitants, and that offer an unabashed sense of fantasy and locale.
—Amy Astley, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2025
The rhythm of a typical Hot Ones interview reflects this dynamic.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 27 May 2025
Some researchers have suspected for a while that these rhythms can synchronize with the rhythm of music.
—Eva Amsen, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for rhythm
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rhythm
Noun
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This is the lyrical cadence that ultimately branded the song.—
Ime Ekpo,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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This appointment cadence is intended to reduce disparities in the number of appointments each president may make, ensure more predictable turnover, and decrease political tensions during nomination periods.—
Jenna Sundel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 May 2025
Noun
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This lackluster guidance overshadowed Gap’s first-quarter earnings and revenue beat.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
30 May 2025
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At the opposite end of the spectrum, shares or Marvell Technology were lower by more than 3% after-hours despite posting a slight beat on earnings and offering a forecast in line with expectations.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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For the final step, use damp paper towels to remove any lingering sand inside the drum.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
1 June 2025
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The sight of Richarlison banging a drum in the crowd after beating Manchester United in Bilbao was one of the most iconic images of the night.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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“Rhythm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rhythm. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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