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May 27, 2012
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Synonyms for routine

Noun

1. routine, modus operandi, procedure, process
usage: an unvarying or habitual method of procedure
2. act, routine, number, turn, bit, performance, public presentation
usage: a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program; "he did his act three times every evening"; "she had a catchy little routine"; "it was one of the best numbers he ever did"
3. routine, subroutine, subprogram, procedure, function, software, software system, software package, package
usage: a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program

Adjective

1. routine, regular (vs. irregular)
usage: occurring at fixed times or predictable intervals; "made her routine trip to the store"
2. everyday, mundane, quotidian, routine, unremarkable, workaday, ordinary (vs. extraordinary)
usage: found in the ordinary course of events; "a placid everyday scene"; "it was a routine day"; "there's nothing quite like a real...train conductor to add color to a quotidian commute"- Anita Diamant
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