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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
Mat Issa, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
Despite being in the same city, my friends seem to have their own grooves.
—Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 15 Feb. 2025
Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
The final bodega rave of the year was Halloween-costume optional, grooving mandatory.
—The Editors, Curbed, 2 Dec. 2024
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Noun
However, since then, the Nuggets have rekindled their old groove – going 21-9 in their last 30 games before the break.
—Mat Issa, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
Despite being in the same city, my friends seem to have their own grooves.
—Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 15 Feb. 2025
Verb
Throwing a perfect game — Once again finding itself in a national TV spot, Detroit’s offense was systematically grooving against the Seahawks.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
The final bodega rave of the year was Halloween-costume optional, grooving mandatory.
—The Editors, Curbed, 2 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for groove
Noun
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The best toner pads may be popping up all over our TikTok FYPs, but our editors have been using these trendy treatments in their skin-care routines for years.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
25 Feb. 2025
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Of course, many social media users insisted that Jesse can never deviate from their morning routine again.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
Noun
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What measures are in place to prevent misidentification of genetic materials?—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
25 Feb. 2025
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This matchup features two of the Big 12's top teams, with Houston leading the conference and Texas Tech tied for second place.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The Reset members will go onto the April 1 consolidated election, but no other candidates have filed.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
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Complainant may request an administrative hearing with the Division of Administrative Hearings by filing a Petition for Relief within 35 days of the date the determination was signed by the Executive Director.—
Matthew Klein,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The collaboration, which reflects her unique vision, blends sexiness with confidence, empowering women of all shapes and sizes.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
26 Feb. 2025
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Steven Knight’s historical series blends real history and fiction to bring alive London’s underworld, during an era when female thieves and professional boxing helped to usher in the 20th century.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Pap’s individual birthday post to himself was more focused on his grind.—
Marc Griffin,
VIBE.com,
5 Mar. 2025
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Season with salt and a generous grind of black pepper.—
Lynda Balslev,
The Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Major industry players are starting to view women's health as a primary market rather than a niche segment.—
Theresa Neil,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Some projects are deeply personal passion projects, while others are intentionally written to serve a particular audience or niche.—
Jennifer Sodini,
Rolling Stone,
24 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Ava flashes scratches on her forearm, courtesy of Isabella’s fingernails.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Feb. 2025
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So was Kyle Connor, who was scratched on Thursday for Chris Kreider, who played a second straight game.—
Michael Russo,
The Athletic,
21 Feb. 2025
Noun
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So yes, an opportunity at hand to get out of the current rut, with an immediate run of 9 of 10 at home.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Feb. 2025
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The stock is in a rut, basically flat for a full 8 months now and down 10% from its high due to these concerns.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Groove.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groove. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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