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an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity
part of my morning routine is drinking a cup of coffee while reading the newspaper
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Recent Examples of routines
By evening, disruptive Uranus enters your 4th House of Home and Family, shaking up routines, space, and emotional foundations.
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Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
Melissa Horner’s inconsistent presence in the home seemed to upset her son’s routines.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2026
Washington Examiner columnist Joe Concha ripped late-night comedians Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert over their routines this week for the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.
—Britta Miller, The Washington Examiner, 25 Apr. 2026
Though the group was thriving professionally, the reality behind closed doors was different — in 2003, Michael claimed that Joseph was emotionally and physically abusive and forced his sons to practice their routines with a belt in hand.
—Staff Author, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Pair taking your medications with daily activities, such as meals, chores, teeth brushing, or bedtime routines.
—Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 24 Apr. 2026
That measure of bee-flight by cow-walk gives a glimpse of just how familiar people were with their daily routines.
—Literary Hub, 23 Apr. 2026
His life operates on routines, consistency.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 23 Apr. 2026
So don't forget to eat right, exercise and maintain beneficial routines.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
Melissa Horner’s inconsistent presence in the home seemed to upset her son’s routines.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Apr. 2026
Washington Examiner columnist Joe Concha ripped late-night comedians Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert over their routines this week for the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.
—Britta Miller, The Washington Examiner, 25 Apr. 2026
Though the group was thriving professionally, the reality behind closed doors was different — in 2003, Michael claimed that Joseph was emotionally and physically abusive and forced his sons to practice their routines with a belt in hand.
—Staff Author, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Pair taking your medications with daily activities, such as meals, chores, teeth brushing, or bedtime routines.
—Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 24 Apr. 2026
That measure of bee-flight by cow-walk gives a glimpse of just how familiar people were with their daily routines.
—Literary Hub, 23 Apr. 2026
His life operates on routines, consistency.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 23 Apr. 2026
So don't forget to eat right, exercise and maintain beneficial routines.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for routines
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Those include sites like Bonneville Point – where emigrants got their first glimpse of the Boise River Valley and trail ruts can be seen – and Three Island Crossing State Park, named for the most crucial and challenging river crossing in the state.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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Additionally, tilling wet soil can do more harm than good by creating dense soil layers and deep ruts.—
Nora Doonan,
Hartford Courant,
4 Apr. 2026
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In that same study, the soleus push-up, non-weight-bearing resistance activities, and stretching exercises were all found to have the potential to significantly improve glucose regulation, insulin sensitivity, and vascular function in those unable to perform traditional weight-bearing exercise.—
Mira Miller,
Verywell Health,
26 Apr. 2026
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The Plank Knee Touch is more rehab-focused than other core exercises, but difficulty can be ramped up with a few easy adjustments.—
Matt Parrott,
Arkansas Online,
26 Apr. 2026
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The volume was loud – at least one listener’s ears were ringing four hours after the concert ended – but Springsteen’s is one of the few rock acts whose music literally demands such auditory excess (most groups use volume to mask mediocrity).—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Apr. 2026
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As next acts go, showcasing art and craft in a 15th-century Venetian palazzo is an audacious—and romantic—plan.—
Asad Syrkett,
Architectural Digest,
27 Apr. 2026
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The high school baseball season tends to have a slower start due to inconsistent weather patterns in April, and then picks up in intensity around mid-May.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
26 Apr. 2026
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Democrats face an optimistic midterm outlook based on historical patterns showing the party out of power gains substantial House seats and Trump’s approval rating hovering around 40%, well below the 50% threshold that portends political trouble for a president’s party.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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The Buckeyes spent 15 spring practices trying to fill holes and develop young talent to fill the void created by NFL attrition.—
Cameron Teague Robinson,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Last fall, the Supreme Court heard arguments on whether to strike down Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, which has been used to counter racially discriminatory election practices.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Apr. 2026
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Write down your thoughts, and then build habits to make this personal constitution come alive.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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Your daily routine, work environment or even your mental habits could feel slightly off today.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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This is perfect for a small household that just needs enough grinds for one pot of coffee at a time.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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After using your coffee maker, clean the basin where the grinds go as well as the coffee pot using warm, soapy water.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
18 Apr. 2026
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Plus, the rubber outsole features specialized grooves to improve traction across a variety of surfaces.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Apr. 2026
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Standard hangers with notches Many standard plastic hangers have small notches or grooves along the top, originally designed to hold garment straps or accessories in place.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Routines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/routines. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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