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as in routine
an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity
shuttling the kids between extracurricular activities is all part of the suburban drill
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as in to pierce
to make a hole or series of holes in
the nerve-jangling sound when a dentist drills a tooth
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as in to shoot
to strike with a missile from a gun
drilled the target from 100 yards away
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Recent Examples of drill
C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
Emboldened by four years of appeasement policies, the CCP is on the march — escalating its military activities, conducting aggressive drills around Taiwan, and increasing its belligerence in the South China Sea.
—Arthur Herman, National Review, 3 Apr. 2025
Kristal Dixon, Axios, 25 Mar. 2025
Currently, a new Romanian gas project with the potential to further Europe energy self-sufficiency is set to begin drilling this year.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The pregame schedule, posted every day in the clubhouse, details when players need to do everything, from hitters’ meetings to when relievers need to stretch and when the team will do defensive drills and take batting practice.
—C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
Emboldened by four years of appeasement policies, the CCP is on the march — escalating its military activities, conducting aggressive drills around Taiwan, and increasing its belligerence in the South China Sea.
—Arthur Herman, National Review, 3 Apr. 2025
Verb
The fine print: Since the county couldn't run sewer lines to the property, McGovern had to drill a well to access water from an aquifer.
—Kristal Dixon, Axios, 25 Mar. 2025
Currently, a new Romanian gas project with the potential to further Europe energy self-sufficiency is set to begin drilling this year.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drill
Noun
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Adding an ice water facial to your routine can help individuals feel refreshed to face their day.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
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After her skincare routine, Olivia gets her hair and makeup done, steams her voice, and puts on her onstage outfit.—
Kleigh Balugo,
StyleCaster,
2 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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Experts say water exercise is a great, joint-friendly option that people are more likely to stick with.—
Kristen Fischer,
Health,
9 Apr. 2025
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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The bill would have allowed for proxy voting for new parents for 12 weeks, a practice Johnson deems unconstitutional.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
7 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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Additionally, students and alumni will have access to professional headshots and Big Interview, an AI online interview practice training system.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2025
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Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg, who started Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training during the Covid lockdown, is a longtime MMA fan.—
Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Drill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drill. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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