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as in circles
a series of events or actions that repeat themselves regularly and in the same order
the cycle of birth, growth, decline, and death that is experienced by all life forms
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as in months
a long or seemingly long period of time
years, centuries, and cycles will pass before I budge on that issue
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as in bikes
a two-wheeled vehicle that is propelled by the use of pedals and steered through the use of handlebars
a top-of-the-line cycle incorporating the latest technology
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Recent Examples of cycles
This highly reflective pair is ideal for anyone who runs or cycles outside during low-light hours, which is all too common this time of year.
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Lauren Mazzo, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2024
While the high-frequency noise of market cycles and political trends created temporary excitement, the real revolution happened at a cellular business strategy level.
—Dr. Alex Gold, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Request a Demo By generating positive feedback cycles of enthusiasm and investment, bubbles can be net beneficial.
—Byrne Hobart, Big Think, 10 Dec. 2024
The business world has experienced a fascinating dance of change, where investor excitement, political cycles, and market trends create sudden, dramatic movements while the underlying current of sustainability flows with patient, transformative power.
—Dr. Alex Gold, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Decreasing Admissions Rates at Second Tier Schools As the Ivy League has entered a transitional phase in the last few admissions cycles amidst wide-ranging criticism, prestigious second-tier institutions have risen in popularity, filling a void caused by the plummeting Ivy League acceptance rates.
—Christopher Rim, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
In milder locations where the ground doesn’t freeze or undergoes freeze-thaw cycles, water deeply about once a month to keep the soil moist, but not wet.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
Mulch insulates the roots and crown of the plant, helping to moderate temperature fluctuations and minimize the impacts of freeze-thaw cycles.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
Panicle and smooth hydrangeas tolerate the coldest winter temperatures, and their bloom cycles protect their flower buds against most winter damage.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
Lauren Mazzo, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2024
While the high-frequency noise of market cycles and political trends created temporary excitement, the real revolution happened at a cellular business strategy level.
—Dr. Alex Gold, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Request a Demo By generating positive feedback cycles of enthusiasm and investment, bubbles can be net beneficial.
—Byrne Hobart, Big Think, 10 Dec. 2024
The business world has experienced a fascinating dance of change, where investor excitement, political cycles, and market trends create sudden, dramatic movements while the underlying current of sustainability flows with patient, transformative power.
—Dr. Alex Gold, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Decreasing Admissions Rates at Second Tier Schools As the Ivy League has entered a transitional phase in the last few admissions cycles amidst wide-ranging criticism, prestigious second-tier institutions have risen in popularity, filling a void caused by the plummeting Ivy League acceptance rates.
—Christopher Rim, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
In milder locations where the ground doesn’t freeze or undergoes freeze-thaw cycles, water deeply about once a month to keep the soil moist, but not wet.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
Mulch insulates the roots and crown of the plant, helping to moderate temperature fluctuations and minimize the impacts of freeze-thaw cycles.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
Panicle and smooth hydrangeas tolerate the coldest winter temperatures, and their bloom cycles protect their flower buds against most winter damage.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cycles
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School commuter bicycles Too many children around the world miss an education because even the nearest school is too far from home.Cynthia Tully, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Plans include establishing micro-assembly locations to support local manufacturing and creating partnerships with cooperatives and healthcare organizations to integrate electric bicycles into supply chains.Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 8 Dec. 2024
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That fundraiser will also be the kickoff of a series of author and artist interviews, featuring authors who will be part of our 2025 Author Event Series featuring LGBTQIA+ authors, and artists who will be creating exclusive designs for Wolfe & Kron Books to license.American Booksellers Association, USA TODAY, 8 Dec. 2024
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The Hollywood star had a career spanning decades, with standout roles including Ted Dinard in the original Dynasty series.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
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His signature production style — the glistening synth chord progressions that doused early OF releases in a cartoon-like technicolor — arrived subdued beneath a moodier sonic register.Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2024
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Currently, bill progressions have slowed or halted entirely following the conclusion of legislative sessions in most states.Trans Formations Project, Them, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Cycles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cycles. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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