creature of habit
Example Sentences
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“My grandfather is a creature of habit and used to running the business his way,” says Gerard.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
Clarke is a creature of habit and it's difficult to see any of these guys getting in the shake-up now.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
He seems like a creature of habit, especially after placing multiple orders in the same week following a spark during his first conversation with Charlie.
From Salon • Jun. 8, 2025
I’ll just be listening to the same songs on a loop, typically, because I’m such a creature of habit.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2024
Ever a creature of habit, Bobby moved to his favorite table—one by the window looking out onto a side street, with a few birch and juniper trees not yet in bloom.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
