in a groove
Example Sentences
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When you’re in a groove, the last thing you want to see is: “You’ve hit your limit.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026
Two innings later, Díaz came back to the plate with Snell seemingly in a groove, having retired seven of the next eight batters, including five on strikeouts.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 2, 2025
“Some seasons it is a pain because you’re in a groove and you don’t want to take that pause,” he said.
From Washington Post • Apr. 11, 2023
But the Cougs’ defense stayed in a groove all day.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 18, 2022
He was fixed in a course, like a ball in a groove.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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