repetition
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
This isn’t a repetition of the Fed’s happy talk in 2021 that inflation was “transitory.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
A prosecution barrister said that his interview had been edited to remove "repetition and irrelevant material", with the consent of all parties.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
The International Energy Agency was established to coordinate national responses to crises and avoid a repetition of the bruising scramble among countries for oil that sent prices soaring.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
And repetition – espousing the same ideas again and again – was an effective tactic.
From Salon • May 8, 2026
Simple melodies are passed back and forth between the violins in playful repetition, rather like the push and pull of a pendulum.
From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall
Vocabulary lists containing repetition
Literary Devices & Figures of Speech - Introductory
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Poetry: Literary Devices
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
AP English Lit exam terms
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
