in the habit of
Example Sentences
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Economists are often in the habit of “looking through” inflation increases that come as a result of temporary shocks, such as rising gasoline prices.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
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
So far, however, Abu Dhabi has largely remained silent, with Emirati professor of political science Abdulkhaleq Abdulla saying the UAE is "not in the habit of provoking our big brother".
From Barron's ● Jan. 25, 2026
The lame-duck status and eventual departure of Colbert from late night in May presents an opportunity for “Tonight” to gain viewers who are still in the habit of watching the desk-and-sofa fests at 11:35 p.m.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2025
Flittman couldn’t stand it so he got in the habit of washing the horse in front of his house.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
