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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
Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025
Although Darnold had a breakout regular season, his performance in the playoffs raised concerns.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 5 Mar. 2025
Sal Pizarro, The Mercury News, 26 Feb. 2025
Some are testing prepaid memberships where regulars pay upfront for exclusive perks.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward LeBron James has become the first player to reach 50,000 points in the regular season and playoffs combined.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025
Although Darnold had a breakout regular season, his performance in the playoffs raised concerns.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 5 Mar. 2025
Noun
That’s close enough to a lot of downtown activities to make Camino a stop for regulars.
—Sal Pizarro, The Mercury News, 26 Feb. 2025
Some are testing prepaid memberships where regulars pay upfront for exclusive perks.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for regular
Adjective
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In addition, Aaron has been a frequent contributor to the NHL Network and The Hockey News, among other outlets.—
Aaron Portzline,
The Athletic,
8 Mar. 2025
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Off-season flights are still available but less frequent.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Those issues include access to capital and other systematic barriers.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Mar. 2025
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The key to managing a cyber incident effectively is following a systematic approach.—
Michelle Drolet,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Photo : Jason Rick Decorative wallpaper accents the formal dining room.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
9 Mar. 2025
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As a formal statement of disapproval, censure is about the worst punishment for a misbehaving House member short of removing them from office.—
Clarence Page,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Ariès argued that children didn’t emerge as a focus of unconditional love until the 17th century.—
Anna Mae Duane,
The Conversation,
5 Mar. 2025
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Vance informed Europe’s leaders that the days of unconditional American support were over.—
Dominic Green,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Since my internal ultrasound had been normal just the day before, she wasn't concerned.—
Tracey Harrington McCoy,
Parents,
6 Mar. 2025
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Veterans Affairs benefits, including pensions and disability checks, would also continue as normal under a shutdown.—
Nik Popli,
TIME,
6 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Most of the civilians were killed by government soldiers.—
Ross O'Keefe,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
8 Mar. 2025
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Watch Captain America: The First Avenger on Disney+ Captain Marvel Vers (Brie Larson) is a soldier from the Kree Empire’s planet Hala.—
Jacqueline Weiss,
People.com,
8 Mar. 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
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In the Federal Reserve’s periodic Beige Book look at economic conditions, there were more than 50 mentions of either tariffs or trade policy concerns.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
6 Mar. 2025
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Yesterday’s defenses—periodic scans, manual oversight and static controls—crumble against adversaries wielding AI to exploit vulnerabilities at machine speed.—
Tim Eades,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Regular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regular. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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