pattern
noun
a decorative design, as for wallpaper, china, or textile fabrics, etc.
patterns
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pluralof pattern.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof pattern (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
patternnouna decorative design, as for wallpaper, china, or textile fabrics, etc.
Example Sentences
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Mice are particularly useful for studying sleep regulation because their sleep patterns differ significantly from those of humans.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026
These weather patterns have therefore meant only occasional bouts of stronger winds across the north-west of the UK, with little disruption.
From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026
They analyze shopping patterns and adjacency to other lifestyle destinations, for example a fantastic coffee shop or restaurant.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2026
Is Holmes’ husband trying to maneuver the situation because he cares for his wife, or because his behavioral patterns mirror those of Balwani and Holmes’ assailant?
From Salon ● Oct. 17, 2026
Holly riffled through the shelf of patterns, leaving me alone to think.
From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry
