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as in motifs
a unit of decoration that is repeated all over something (as a fabric)
a coverlet with a nosegay of tiny pink roses as the pattern
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as in habits
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 routines
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 layouts
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 models
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as in stripes
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Recent Examples of patterns
Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 10 Sep. 2025
This year, with supply hewing closely to typical seasonal patterns, expect the usual post-summer wave of new inventory to arrive.
—John Walkup, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
In the deflationary environment, consumer patterns are changing.
—Eunice Yoon, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, product and service teams can quickly synthesize customer feedback, spotting patterns and insights that drive smarter decisions.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
Eddie Bauer Women's Baja Sleeveless Shirt This adorable sleeveless collared shirt from Eddie Bauer comes in three colorful geometric patterns that scream fall.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
Patterned Wood Floors Wood floors painted and stained in geometric patterns are popping up everywhere.
—Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2025
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Tropical weather experts at Colorado State University echo these predictions, saying overall atmospheric conditions, including wind patterns, will shift in a manner that supports a notable increase in activity.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 10 Sep. 2025
This year, with supply hewing closely to typical seasonal patterns, expect the usual post-summer wave of new inventory to arrive.
—John Walkup, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
In the deflationary environment, consumer patterns are changing.
—Eunice Yoon, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, product and service teams can quickly synthesize customer feedback, spotting patterns and insights that drive smarter decisions.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
Eddie Bauer Women's Baja Sleeveless Shirt This adorable sleeveless collared shirt from Eddie Bauer comes in three colorful geometric patterns that scream fall.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
Patterned Wood Floors Wood floors painted and stained in geometric patterns are popping up everywhere.
—Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patterns
Noun
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The oil, oil stick, pigments, and graphite on canvas marries myriad cultural and self-referential images, symbols, and motifs, mostly notably Móyòsóré Martins’ signature Watchman figure.—
Natasha Gural,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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From menswear motifs like herringbone and plaid to double-breasted shapes inspired by uniform dressing, our favorite jackets include all the essentials—plus some with a little more of a fashion-forward edge—to style with your go-to T-shirts and fall boots.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Glamour,
12 Sep. 2025
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For this research, 2,750 people underwent about five years of annual neurological assessments and brain imaging along with evaluations of sleep habits to investigate the association between insomnia and brain changes.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
11 Sep. 2025
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Here are a few more habits to get into to keep your garden healthy and reduce disease and pest problems.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Sep. 2025
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The everything shower has nothing on our PEOPLE testers’ routines.—
Jackie Fields,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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In addition, people may experience anxiety or depression related to summer's end and the return to school and work routines, Prism Medical Products says.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The building that houses it was constructed in the 1940s; quirky designs abound inside, as do low ceilings and claustrophobic layouts.—
Annabelle Dufraigne,
Architectural Digest,
9 Sep. 2025
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Coed fashion stories, substantial coverage of the contemporary art scene, surprising interview pairings and minimalist layouts are among the key features of Numéro New York, the American edition of the French magazine.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
9 Sep. 2025
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Her comments come as Democrats face a leadership crossroads in Washington, with long-serving figures under scrutiny and younger candidates pushing for change.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
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Plenty of timepiece brands increased their prices, too, in response to those initial tariff figures back in April, according to Hodinkee.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
10 Sep. 2025
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At the Hōshi Ryokan, the daily rituals of preparing baths or meals resemble a kind of stewardship — something that has kept the inn alive for more than 1,300 years.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Sep. 2025
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While modest in size, it’s thoughtfully designed—offering pro-lift facials, ultra-glow peels, Himalayan salt rituals, hot stone therapy, and deeply restorative treatments like the Pro Sleep and Indian head massages.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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However, any potholes or large ruts will throw everything off.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Steep hills, ruts and low-traction surfaces were easily navigable.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
8 Aug. 2025
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His designs were built under license by Bristol for use in British passenger trains, too.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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The company suggests that effective immersion cooling could also enable simpler and more compact battery pack designs, potentially reducing complexity and cost.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Patterns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patterns. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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