as in ritual
a usual manner of behaving or doing
speaking and thinking in Japanese simply became second nature to her during the years she spent in Kyoto
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Recent Examples of second nature
The process of curation has become second nature for James-Williams as her career moved from budding to established in the city.
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Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 3 Dec. 2024
Over time, budgeting becomes second nature, and its visibility into your financial life unlocks new growth opportunities.
—Tiffany Grant, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
If talking about bodily functions with your fam is as second nature as the functions themselves, the Tushy Spa 3.0 is the perfect gift.
—Sarah Han and Annie Blackman, Allure, 14 Sep. 2024
Just as cybersecurity awareness evolved to become second nature to those handling sensitive data, accountants must now cultivate a similar vigilance for deepfake risks.
—Pankaj Vasani, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 3 Dec. 2024
Over time, budgeting becomes second nature, and its visibility into your financial life unlocks new growth opportunities.
—Tiffany Grant, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
If talking about bodily functions with your fam is as second nature as the functions themselves, the Tushy Spa 3.0 is the perfect gift.
—Sarah Han and Annie Blackman, Allure, 14 Sep. 2024
Just as cybersecurity awareness evolved to become second nature to those handling sensitive data, accountants must now cultivate a similar vigilance for deepfake risks.
—Pankaj Vasani, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for second nature
Recent Examples of Synonyms for second nature
Noun
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Neighborhood theaters made attending movies a weekly or even daily ritual for audiences.—
Michael Wells,
Kansas City Star,
28 Feb. 2025
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Eating Chomps has become a faithful ritual for an average day.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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This could be because viral outrage on social media might come from individuals who weren't customers to begin with or because digital participation in the boycott can sometimes reduce the motivation to take more meaningful action like changing purchasing habits.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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Sandler has struck up a habit of shouting out Chalamet's name in recent weeks, first during Nikki Glaser's monologue at the Golden Globes and again when Chalamet pulled double duty on Saturday Night Live.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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If all goes according to plan, Super Heavy will nestle into the launch tower's inviting arms once again, and Ship will fly much of the way around Earth before making a soft splashdown in the Indian Ocean off Western Australia.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
4 Mar. 2025
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Cincinnati must now find a way to keep all three players happy.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
3 Mar. 2025
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Luckily, there’s one easy trick that the most trustworthy, relatable and likable people use.—
Ellen Hendriksen, Contributor,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2025
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Attendees will learn tricks of baiting and setting humane traps, which are on loan with a fully refundable deposit if they are returned in good condition, as well as how to transport cats safely.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2025
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Jones is expected to report to the Panthers for Monday’s practice before that night’s game against Tampa Bay.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2025
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Enormous efforts behind the scenes during practice saw Reddick's team build the No. 45 23XI Racing Toyota's performance.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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Selena Gomez Selena Gomez brought full-on old Hollywood glamour to the Oscars in a custom Ralph Lauren gown with serious sparkle.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
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Litigation is also heard by a judge who may be extremely knowledgeable about the law but less conversant regarding the customs and practices of what makes a sports league unique and profitable.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
2 Mar. 2025
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“Second nature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/second%20nature. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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