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as in frequent
appearing or occurring repeatedly from time to time
what with one or another of our pets having problems, we've been regular visitors at the animal hospital
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as in systematic
following a set method, arrangement, or pattern
he's followed a regular schedule for almost 20 years: up by 5, in bed by 10
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as in formal
following or agreeing with established form, custom, or rules
thought about having a nontraditional wedding but in the end went with a regular ceremony instead
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as in unconditional
having no exceptions or restrictions
your room is a regular sty, and you need to clean it before you can go to the movies
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as in normal
having or showing the qualities associated with the members of a particular group or kind
tantrums aren't his regular behavior was just a regular guy who preferred hanging out with friends
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as in soldier
a person engaged in military service
throughout the war, the regulars were supplemented by corps of volunteers and militiamen
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as in familiar
someone who regularly spends time in a particular place
the coffeehouse regulars were put out by the interlopers occupying their usual table
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Recent Examples of regular
Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 21 Feb. 2025
Corddry is a series regular on the show, playing the character Tom Ruffage.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 21 Feb. 2025
Hikmat Mohammed, WWD, 6 Feb. 2025
James, meanwhile, will portray gangster Frank Moses. Falco and Benanti are joining Mayor of Kingstown as series regulars, while James will appear as part of a season-long arc.
—Gabriela Silva, TVLine, 6 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
Henderson was a series regular on TruTV’s Tacoma FD for 4 seasons.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 21 Feb. 2025
Corddry is a series regular on the show, playing the character Tom Ruffage.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 21 Feb. 2025
Noun
The couple have become regulars at art fairs, especially Art Basel in Miami.
—Hikmat Mohammed, WWD, 6 Feb. 2025
James, meanwhile, will portray gangster Frank Moses. Falco and Benanti are joining Mayor of Kingstown as series regulars, while James will appear as part of a season-long arc.
—Gabriela Silva, TVLine, 6 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for regular
Adjective
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The details of these accounts have shifted over time in Mr. Trump’s frequent retelling of the stories.—
Eric Schmitt,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2025
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The roster of Midnight Sons has changed over the years, but Moon Knight is a frequent part of the team.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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What is voice of customer analysis? Simply put, voice of customer (VoC) analysis is a systematic means of sorting and interpreting consumer feedback with the aim of reaching conclusions that benefit the customer experience, and through that, your brand.—
Michael Podolsky,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Throughout their history, Baha’is have faced systematic repression, especially in Iran, where they are routinely arrested, detained and imprisoned.—
Peter Kiefer,
The Hollywood Reporter,
21 Feb. 2025
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Though anyone seeking pardons or clemency for a nonmilitary criminal offense can submit a formal petition to the Office of the Pardon Attorney through the U.S. Department of Justice, the president is under no obligation to abide by this advice.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2025
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That didn't happen, and ULA is still awaiting the Space Force's formal certification of its new rocket, further pushing out delivery schedules for numerous military satellites booked to fly to orbit on the Vulcan launcher.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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No matter the qualities of an apartment, Munden said the best place for a dog is with an owner willing to give unconditional love to the canine.—
Krystal Nurse,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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Families should expect to see themes around empathy, unconditional love, overcoming trials, and taking hold of responsibility.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
18 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Warm in the West By early next week most, locations west of the Mississippi River will also warm to much above normal, with temperatures as much as 10 to 25 degrees above average, the Weather Prediction Center said.—
Doyle Rice,
USA TODAY,
23 Feb. 2025
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As the trade deadline approached, your name was included in more rumors than normal.—
Eric Nehm,
The Athletic,
22 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The Army identified the soldiers killed in the crash as Staff Sgt.—
Katie Smith,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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The camera keeps tight on Dragan as the heavily armed soldiers approach the compartment containing him, the Muslim man and several other passengers.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
10 Feb. 2025
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But before Guillermo leaves for good, Nandor offers him a seat in his coffin, which unexpectedly is revealed to be the secret entrance to the underground crime-fighting lair much to the former familiar's delight and surprise.—
Stacy Lambe,
People.com,
17 Dec. 2024
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The roaming vampire was hanging out in front of the movie theater with his human familiars, all fully armed and ready to throw down for their undead master.—
Eric Berger,
Ars Technica,
22 Mar. 2023
Adjective
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The central tower would be subject to periodic observation by the public.—
Kelsey McKinney,
Rolling Stone,
8 Feb. 2025
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Experts explained why this method may make the egg more nutritious and provided tips for trying periodic cooking at home.—
Korin Miller,
Health,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Regular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regular. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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