patterns
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The term can include people with roots in dozens of countries from Sri Lanka to China’s border with Russia to Pacific islands, with completely different exposure patterns and cuisines.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
He grew up at the mountain’s foot, and the organic rhythms of his painting, done at age 76, convey a lived understanding of its patterns.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
“Disjointed colors, patterns, and logo-heavy designs are diluting brand equity,” he said.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
"Up until now questions have followed patterns but this paper tended to have a few more irregularities", wrote Caltuma.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Rhythm occurs in a melody, in the accompaniment, and uses combinations of short and long durations to create patterns and entire compositions.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
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