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as in routine
an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity
I can't get into the groove on Monday morning without a cup of coffee
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as in place
a situation or activity for which a person or thing is best suited
after years of bouncing from job to job, she discovered that her natural groove was social work
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as in to blend
to form a pleasing relationship
surprisingly, his flighty, artistic sensibility and her no-nonsense practicality groove together rather well
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Recent Examples of groove
Mat Issa, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
Despite being in the same city, my friends seem to have their own grooves.
—Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 15 Feb. 2025
Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
The final bodega rave of the year was Halloween-costume optional, grooving mandatory.
—The Editors, Curbed, 2 Dec. 2024
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Noun
However, since then, the Nuggets have rekindled their old groove – going 21-9 in their last 30 games before the break.
—Mat Issa, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
Despite being in the same city, my friends seem to have their own grooves.
—Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 15 Feb. 2025
Verb
Throwing a perfect game — Once again finding itself in a national TV spot, Detroit’s offense was systematically grooving against the Seahawks.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
The final bodega rave of the year was Halloween-costume optional, grooving mandatory.
—The Editors, Curbed, 2 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for groove
Noun
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Forget the simple bedtime routine of brushing your teeth, washing your face and putting on pajamas.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN,
9 Mar. 2025
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Woods' rigorous fitness routine raised the bar for professional golfers, and many have followed suit.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
8 Mar. 2025
Noun
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But if Denver can make a statement down the stretch, maybe Jokic can reclaim his place in the top spot.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
9 Mar. 2025
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Hell breaks loose when one of the Mickeys is presumed dead and a replacement duplicate tries to take his place.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
9 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Names and faces 3 hours ago by Compiled by Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports Actor Emily Osment has filed for divorce from her husband of less than five months, musician Jack Anthony Farina.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
9 Mar. 2025
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Federal prosecutors filed a lawsuit against Connolly under the FACE Act, or the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act.—
Ryan Lucas,
NPR,
9 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Steven Knight’s historical series blends real history and fiction to bring alive London’s underworld, during an era when female thieves and professional boxing helped to usher in the 20th century.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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The collaboration, which reflects her unique vision, blends sexiness with confidence, empowering women of all shapes and sizes.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Pap’s individual birthday post to himself was more focused on his grind.—
Marc Griffin,
VIBE.com,
5 Mar. 2025
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Season with salt and a generous grind of black pepper.—
Lynda Balslev,
The Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Max Einhorn, one of many filmmakers and industry executives who have formed AI production companies, has a unique niche in a developing market.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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However, although smartphone makers have been aggressively working to release new folding devices, the category remains a relatively niche area of the market.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
6 Mar. 2025
Verb
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An investigation revealed the suspect pulled the victim’s hair and scratched the victim’s face two days prior.—
Anne Gelhaus,
The Mercury News,
7 Mar. 2025
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Summiting Mount Everest is on so many avid travelers’ must-do lists; join the fray and scratch that itch this month.—
Mark Ellwood,
AFAR Media,
6 Mar. 2025
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So yes, an opportunity at hand to get out of the current rut, with an immediate run of 9 of 10 at home.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Feb. 2025
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The stock is in a rut, basically flat for a full 8 months now and down 10% from its high due to these concerns.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Groove.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groove. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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