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as in ritual
a usual manner of behaving or doing
it was his habit to rise early
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as in addiction
a physiological need for certain drugs
a cocaine habit of long standing
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as in clothes
archaic
covering for the human body
dressed in the habit of a knight from the golden age of chivalry
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as in to clothe
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
his exclusive clothing store had habited the town's upper crust for as long as anyone could remember
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Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
In fact, Thanksgiving, along with Christmas and New Year’s Day, all see an uptick in those dangerous driving habits, but the fourth Thursday of November, when so many families travel long distances to gather together over turkey, stuffing or maybe mac and cheese, sees the most worrisome surge.
—Eric D. Lawrence, Freep.com, 8 Nov. 2025
The trade war also eliminated hundreds of jobs tied to cross-border wine commerce and contributed to a boom in Canadian wine sales, reshaping consumer habits and retail offerings in the country.
—Dave Gordon, The Washington Examiner, 7 Nov. 2025
Use tools that show a full picture of your spending and habits.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
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The Dodgers' spending habits have opened up plenty of conversation about competitive balance and a potential salary cap.
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Mount Hora may have been a natural monument, memorial or place where people returned to share cultural rituals — even generations after the cremation, Sawchuk said.—
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Michelle Buteau doesn’t believe in perfect mornings, spotless sweatpants, or rigid holiday rituals.—
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Chief among them is small-screen addiction to platforms like Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.—
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As a group, Native Americans face high rates of poverty, chronic disease, and mental illness — all are risk factors for addiction.—
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The 47-year-old showcased her physique on Instagram with a series of photos in a pastel triangle string bikini accented with beaded details.—
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After mean people on the Internet criticized Pink's physique in a black party dress, the singer refused to be embarrassed.—
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From statement kitchen islands clad in marble effect porcelain to entryway floors where guests can keep their shoes on without the guilt, this material delivers practicality and style in several spaces within a home.—
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In one shot from the campaign, Hailey also sits in a large chest of drawers, painting her toenails while clad in her Victoria's Secret lingerie.—
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His parents recalled playfully hitting him with pool noodles during his progressions, a routine that eventually drew in a growing group of neighborhood kids for daily practices.—
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Legal observers often attend police actions to document and monitor law enforcement behavior − a common practice used by activists from the Black Panthers in the 1960s and 1970s to Northern Ireland during The Troubles.—
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About Modern Work Spaces Hackl says that efficient workflows are still the primary goal, but the concept has changed in a way that blurs the lines of the classic three-sided shape.—
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The brand notes that, thanks to durable materials, the mat will retain its shape, color, and absorbency for more than 100 washes — that’s up to 2 years of weekly washes.—
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Down the street are a gift store, a clothing boutique, an appliance store and a couple of restaurants.—
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The brand’s name recognition, longstanding tradition of quality craftsmanship, and the durability expected of its clothing transitions seamlessly into its dog coat.—
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Wear it like Hathaway with tailored trousers or dress it up with a sleek skirt for a soft, sophisticated look.—
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Lean into the femininity of the pattern by adding a polka-dot skirt or dress to your mix.—
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“Habit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/habit. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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