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as in ritual
a usual manner of behaving or doing
her daily pattern begins with coffee and a bagel every morning for breakfast
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as in routine
an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity
with her, everything must be done strictly according to pattern
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as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
many of the artist's paintings use the same pattern of a lone figure surrounded by a vast landscape
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as in to model
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Recent Examples of pattern
Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 21 June 2025
Some folks choose to incorporate bright, bold colors into their bathrooms, with a textured mat or patterned shower curtains.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 20 June 2025
John Tufts, The Courier-Journal, 11 July 2025
That State Farm’s hike in Illinois is nearly at California levels raises alarms about changing weather patterns in the heart of the country, as well as the stability of our insurance market.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
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Noun
For a subtle approach, layer a pistachio throw or patterned blanket across the foot of the bed to break up a white duvet or crisp sheet set.
—Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 21 June 2025
Some folks choose to incorporate bright, bold colors into their bathrooms, with a textured mat or patterned shower curtains.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 20 June 2025
Verb
Its brightest star, Altair, is the southernmost star in the Summer Triangle, which is an easy-to-locate star pattern in Northern Hemisphere summer skies.
—John Tufts, The Courier-Journal, 11 July 2025
That State Farm’s hike in Illinois is nearly at California levels raises alarms about changing weather patterns in the heart of the country, as well as the stability of our insurance market.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pattern
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The train also offers a dedicated Wellness Suite, decorated by painter and printmaker Sarah Woods with a calming beach motif.—
Everett Potter,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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Price upon publish date of this article: $11.99 Flaunting over 3,000 hearts on Urban Outfitters’ site, this shower curtain is a hot commodity because of its ability to harness multiple interior design trends at once: including food motifs, gingham patterns, and all things pink.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
2 July 2025
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For may college football fans around, say, 25-45, EA’s NCAA Football franchise was a ritual every year.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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Grove Bags: Curing Without Compromise For most cultivators, curing is still a hands-on ritual.—
Javier Hasse,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Don't Buy Expensive Tween Skincare Not only will your money be wasted trying to perfect a skincare routine for tweens, but a study in Pediatrics found that elaborate skincare products can be harmful to young skin and may even spark chronic conditions like allergic dermatitis.—
Chaunie Brusie,
Parents,
7 July 2025
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The goal is that participants learn a 30-second routine but the class uses several moves similar to those used in other dance fitness classes, like Zumba, the couple said.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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But archaeologists recovered shattered doll fragments and beautiful China decorated with pink floral designs.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
6 July 2025
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This set of over-ear cans from Puro Sound Labs has a conservative design in black and is big enough for some adults.—
Simon Hill Adrienne So,
Wired News,
6 July 2025
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Maps by First Street, a climate risk modeling company, indicate that at least 17 structures were located in the path of flood waters, compared to maps produced by FEMA.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
10 July 2025
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He’s previously been linked to model Irina Shayk from 2024 to early 2025.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
10 July 2025
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Follow the red and white striped fire escape to the cozy lounge, styled after '50s-era Japanese GI bars by set designer Jennifer Long.—
Matthew Odam,
Austin American Statesman,
7 July 2025
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These percale cotton sheets come in more than 30 colors and styles, but the blue striped pattern is very coastal grandma style—like something out of a guest bedroom in the Hamptons.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 June 2025
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Hany Farid, a professor at the University of California at Berkeley who specializes in digital forensics, said government communication habits need to change.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
13 July 2025
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After all, everyone has their own unique space, items, routines, and habits.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 July 2025
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The Commons, a 12-hole design by Jim Craig will be the sixth layout at Sand Valley.—
Jeff Goudy,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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There will be several large, working layouts on display for children.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 July 2025
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“Pattern.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pattern. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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