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Patterns

Verb / ˈpætɜ:nz / Another word for patterns — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A pattern is a repeated design or sequence.

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Common collocations

  • patterns of behavior
  • design patterns
  • genetic patterns
  • emerging patterns
  • recognize patterns
  • follow patterns
  • data patterns
  • visual patterns

Word family

noun pattern
verb pattern
adjective patterned

Usage note

The word 'patterns' often implies a discernible regularity or sequence. Be mindful of context; 'patterns' in art might differ from 'patterns' in scientific data.

Example sentences

  1. The stripes on the shirt are a pattern.
  2. I like to draw patterns in my coloring book.
  3. The quilt has a beautiful pattern.
  4. The teacher showed us how to make a pattern with blocks.
  5. The music had a pattern that repeated.

Quotes

  • Life is a series of patterns.
  • Patterns are the stepping stones of life.
  • The beauty of life is in the patterns.

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