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as in grind
an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity
part of my morning routine is drinking a cup of coffee while reading the newspaper
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as in normal
being of the type that is encountered in the normal course of events
this is just a routine inspection
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as in ceremonial
following or agreeing with established form, custom, or rules
the routine procedure for filing a complaint with the board
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as in usual
often observed or encountered
the movie is a routine thriller that has little to recommend it
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Recent Examples of routine
Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
The Leo full moon on the 12th encourages you to step into the spotlight, especially in your work or daily routines.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Apr. 2025
Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2025
But even routine results are now served up with layers of analysis designed to inflate their national significance.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Listen to this article WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson is known for his routine and sticking with what works for him.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
The Leo full moon on the 12th encourages you to step into the spotlight, especially in your work or daily routines.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Apr. 2025
Adjective
On March 12, Karim Daoud showed up for a routine appointment to renew his work-authorization documents, according to family friend Rachel Mascitelli, who has created a social media page and launched an online fundraiser to help the family.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2025
But even routine results are now served up with layers of analysis designed to inflate their national significance.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for routine
Noun
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In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining oil, the balsamic vinegar, honey, water, garlic, a pinch of salt and a generous grind of black pepper.—
Kelly Brant,
Arkansas Online,
8 Apr. 2025
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His expertise in building systems has helped countless entrepreneurs escape the daily grind of their businesses.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Patients with desk jobs are usually back to work within a week or two, but have to abstain from exercise until cleared by their surgeon.—
Jolene Edgar,
Allure,
10 Apr. 2025
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This exercise forced teams to acknowledge and address long-standing issues without immediate rebuttals.—
Molly Peck,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Writing it, one senses, was a high-wire act over an abyss of pain, agitation, uncertainty, and the dread of being ignored or misunderstood.—
Leslie Camhi,
New Yorker,
4 Apr. 2025
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Following the act of protest, the referee of the University of Maryland match -- which was not an NCAA tournament -- issued a black card to Turner, removing her from the competition.—
Leah Sarnoff,
ABC News,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Join 22 others in the comments View Comments The airline also expects its own employment level in 2025 to be down from 2024 levels, though executives said that would be done through normal attrition caused by retirement and other voluntary departures, and not any layoff of staff.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2025
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This health condition occurs when your blood sugar is slightly higher than normal but not yet in the range for type 2 diabetes.—
Julia Ries,
Health,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The crowd jammed into the old mill are joined by West African ceremonial dancers and drummers, popping and locking hip-hop movers from the future, a deejay working turntables and a Rick James-style guitarist bedecked in sequins.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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Nanette kills the virtual Robert Daly with his own ceremonial knife through his skull.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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While the set seems a bit on the chintzy side, scenic designer Beowulf Boritt does his usual stellar work, assisted immensely by Ken Billington’s full-of-pizzazz lighting design.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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That’s not to say there isn’t more cleanup than usual between showings.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Republicans have used the polling rut to paint Democrats as out of touch with the average voter.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Apr. 2025
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If you’re intrigued by the menu offerings and looking to get out of your weeknight cooking rut (all while avoiding the grocery store), give it a try.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 Apr. 2025
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Tariffs are taxes on imports and are intended to reduce the practice.—
Erik Sherman,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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The first 20 years of my career were at Houston Methodist Hospital (HMH), and my devotion was to the practice of medicine, caring for the critically ill and provide lifesaving opportunity to those in need of cardiac transplantation.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Routine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/routine. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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