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routines

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ɹuˈtinz// UK //ɹuːtˈiːnz// rou·tines

n. the usual series of things you do at a certain time. Having a set order for your daily tasks helps you stay organized.

n. sequences of actions or fixed programs followed regularly. Often refers to daily habits or professional procedures that become semi-automatic through repetition.


SIMPLE

I need to get back into my morning routines after the holiday.

CONTEXTUAL

Establishing consistent bedtime routines can significantly improve the quality of sleep for both children and adults.

COMPLEX

While some find comfort in the predictability of daily routines, others view such rigid structures as a barrier to the spontaneous creativity required for artistic endeavors.

Synonyms
Usage

Plural form of 'routine'; frequently used with possessive adjectives like 'my', 'his', or 'their'.

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