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as in routine
an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity
I can't get into the groove on Monday morning without a cup of coffee
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as in place
a situation or activity for which a person or thing is best suited
after years of bouncing from job to job, she discovered that her natural groove was social work
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as in to blend
to form a pleasing relationship
surprisingly, his flighty, artistic sensibility and her no-nonsense practicality groove together rather well
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Recent Examples of groove
Cory Smith, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024
There are also some grooves on the titanium body to help with grip, and a strong locking mechanism keeps the knife in place when it's folded out.
—Michael Franco, New Atlas, 19 Dec. 2024
Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 24 Nov. 2024
Teens, meanwhile, can groove to the beat at the onboard teen disco.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Flex grooves in the forefoot encourage a smooth, natural stride, allowing the toes to move freely during push-off while maintaining just enough overall support.
—Cory Smith, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024
There are also some grooves on the titanium body to help with grip, and a strong locking mechanism keeps the knife in place when it's folded out.
—Michael Franco, New Atlas, 19 Dec. 2024
Verb
After a 1-4 start and injuries to their star receivers, the Los Angeles Rams are finally grooving on offense.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 24 Nov. 2024
Teens, meanwhile, can groove to the beat at the onboard teen disco.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for groove
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Exercise is not typically formal but embedded into daily routines.Scott Travers, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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Instead, consider adding a chemical exfoliant into your routine once a week.Jenna Ryu, SELF, 20 Dec. 2024
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New York City, like Ohio and Philadelphia, is another place that was slammed early by fentanyl.Maurice Tamman, USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2024
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Sports end up being one of the sole places where their achievements are celebrated.Manuel Betancourt, Variety, 21 Dec. 2024
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Lively filed the legal complaint with the California Civil Rights Department as a precursor to a lawsuit.Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2024
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The superstar’s family, band and team members and are based in Music City, not to mention her multiple LLCs are filed with the Tennessee Secretary of State’s Office.Amber Roberson, The Tennessean, 22 Dec. 2024
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Travelers to this central European country of Slovenia can now discover several new hotels and stunning renovations that blend seamlessly with rich cultural traditions.Roger Sands, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Pour gravy into pan and simmer a couple of minutes, stirring often, to blend the flavors.Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 21 Dec. 2024
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Time to find a balance between the grind and your mental peace is crucial.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Share your signature messages and keep your feeds full without the content grind.Jodie Cook, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Today, Macaron Queen demonstrates to North America and beyond that new players can indeed open their own niche within a previously untouchable market.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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Influencers with highly engaged audiences in your niche are often more effective than those with large but generic followings.Deepak Bansal, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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But these forms of AI are only scratching the surface of what’s possible.Samantha Murphy Kelly, CNN, 19 Dec. 2024
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The neighbor claimed a tree branch scratched her car and the mail carrier later complained to his supervisor.Dan Horn, The Enquirer, 18 Dec. 2024
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During the rut, bucks are highly active and display behaviors aimed at attracting does and establishing dominance over other males.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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With Barca in a domestic rut and level on points with Diego Simeone's team that is arguably Spain's best at the moment, losing Lamine wouldn't bode well for preventing a third home hiccup on the trot before Culers that are becoming increasingly angry with Flick and his underperforming charges.Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Groove.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groove. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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