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pattern

[pat-ern, pat-n] / ˈpæt ərn, ˈpæt n /






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The researchers believe this shared rhythmic pattern originated in a common ancestor that lived around 15 million years ago.

From Science Daily • Jul. 2, 2026

The tubes’ openings frame the sunrise and sunset on solstice days, while the perforations admit light onto their interior walls in the pattern of certain constellations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

If she has offended you before, then we can assume this is part of a pattern of behavior.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026

Due in part to these unusual countervailing forces, the trading pattern of SpaceX shares has resembled that of a penny stock on the pink sheets.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

Instead of succumbing to paralyzing fear, like any normal person would in a storm like this, she’d been able to figure out the pattern to Nicole’s swimming.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith




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