as in ritual
a usual manner of behaving or doing
speaking and thinking in Japanese simply became second nature to her during the years she spent in Kyoto
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Recent Examples of second nature
The process of curation has become second nature for James-Williams as her career moved from budding to established in the city.
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Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 3 Dec. 2024
Over time, budgeting becomes second nature, and its visibility into your financial life unlocks new growth opportunities.
—Tiffany Grant, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
If talking about bodily functions with your fam is as second nature as the functions themselves, the Tushy Spa 3.0 is the perfect gift.
—Sarah Han and Annie Blackman, Allure, 14 Sep. 2024
Just as cybersecurity awareness evolved to become second nature to those handling sensitive data, accountants must now cultivate a similar vigilance for deepfake risks.
—Pankaj Vasani, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 3 Dec. 2024
Over time, budgeting becomes second nature, and its visibility into your financial life unlocks new growth opportunities.
—Tiffany Grant, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
If talking about bodily functions with your fam is as second nature as the functions themselves, the Tushy Spa 3.0 is the perfect gift.
—Sarah Han and Annie Blackman, Allure, 14 Sep. 2024
Just as cybersecurity awareness evolved to become second nature to those handling sensitive data, accountants must now cultivate a similar vigilance for deepfake risks.
—Pankaj Vasani, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for second nature
Noun
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Neighborhood theaters made attending movies a weekly or even daily ritual for audiences.—
Michael Wells,
Kansas City Star,
28 Feb. 2025
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Eating Chomps has become a faithful ritual for an average day.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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This could be because viral outrage on social media might come from individuals who weren't customers to begin with or because digital participation in the boycott can sometimes reduce the motivation to take more meaningful action like changing purchasing habits.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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Couples often develop an unspoken rhythm—mirroring each other’s pacing, breathing patterns or even eating habits.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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If all goes according to plan, Super Heavy will nestle into the launch tower's inviting arms once again, and Ship will fly much of the way around Earth before making a soft splashdown in the Indian Ocean off Western Australia.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
4 Mar. 2025
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
3 Mar. 2025
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And our favorite trick is shopping the Better Homes & Gardens Juliet bedroom furniture line at Walmart.—
Carly Totten,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Feb. 2025
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Either way, spending at least a few hours by the pool at Marina Inn at Grande Dunes or beachside at Island Vista Resort—two of the best hotels in Myrtle Beach—should do the trick.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
21 Feb. 2025
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Tight end Brett Norfleet, safety Marvin Burks Jr. and outside linebacker Khalil Jacobs all noticeably wore green non-contact jerseys during practice, but are further along in the recovery process than Tollison and Smith.—
Chase Gemes,
Kansas City Star,
2 Mar. 2025
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Jones is expected to report to the Panthers for Monday’s practice before that night’s game against Tampa Bay.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2025
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Selena Gomez Selena Gomez brought full-on old Hollywood glamour to the Oscars in a custom Ralph Lauren gown with serious sparkle.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
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Litigation is also heard by a judge who may be extremely knowledgeable about the law but less conversant regarding the customs and practices of what makes a sports league unique and profitable.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
2 Mar. 2025
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“Second nature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/second%20nature. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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