as in cadence
the recurrent pattern formed by a series of sounds having a regular rise and fall in intensity the steady rhythm of the rain falling on the roof

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Recent Examples of rhythm Health experts say time changes disrupt the body's circadian rhythm and release hormones. Joey Garrison, The Indianapolis Star, 18 Dec. 2024 His rhythms began slowly, like a freight train creaking to life, and within seconds reached mesmerizing highs of elegant virtuosity. Taran Dugal, Rolling Stone, 16 Dec. 2024 Lions Reveal Severity of Khalil Dorsey Injury Following Hospitalization That rhythm carried over into 2024, as Montgomery owns 12 touchdowns on the campaign. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024 Ask to meet with each individual and develop a rhythm. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for rhythm 
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Noun
  • There are players who are squeezed by the calendar and the high cadence of games; this is an issue that is rightly gaining more attention.
    Asif Burhan, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Therapists typically like to see clients at a regular cadence such as weekly or once every two weeks in order to meet treatment goals.
    Perri Ormont Blumberg, TIME, 13 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Since then, in just six quarters, Nvidia’s quarterly revenue has grown 5x from $7.2 billion to $35.1 billion, with $1 billion-plus beats each quarter along the way.
    Beth Kindig, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Produced by Mike & Keys, the track features an infectious, hard-hitting beat that complements Nipsey’s assertive delivery and YG’s fiery guest verse.
    Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 19 Dec. 2024
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  • The evening was capped by an impromptu drum circle performed by Chief Sellars and NoiseCat.
    Matthew Carey, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
  • And really, as Centre Pointe teacher Anne O’Brien pointed out, tap is the form of dance that is closest to music; the sound of dozens of metal taps striking wooden floor boards simultaneously is as much a form of percussion as the beat of a drum.
    Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 20 Dec. 2024

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“Rhythm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rhythm. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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