be in the habit of
Example Sentences
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You might be in the habit of keeping a certain amount of cash on hand for emergencies, but how much interest are you earning on that money?
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 3, 2026
You don’t seem to be in the habit of treating your neighbors as your inferiors.
From New York Times ● Apr. 19, 2022
She hopefully has no reason to worry about the former among her peers, but she cannot be in the habit of correcting strangers, because it might simply not be safe.
From Slate ● Mar. 10, 2020
You and your friend might be in the habit of paying bills on time, but even one forgotten payment can drag down a credit score .
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 20, 2017
She had observed that, although she had taken pains to have them meet, Dr. Leaver and Miss Ruston seemed to be in the habit of quietly avoiding each other.
From Mrs. Red Pepper by Grace S. (Grace Smith) Richmond
