Cycle

usgb/ˈsaɪkl/
noun

A series of events that happen again and again in the same order.

The cycle of the seasons starts with spring.
Visual representation of "cycle" - A series of events that happen again and again in the same order.

Often appears as...

  • life cycle
  • menstrual cycle
Definition 1 of 5
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Repetitive Pattern

The term emphasizes events that repeat in a predictable sequence.

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Economic booms and recessions form the business cycle.
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Natural Processes

'Cycle' often refers to processes in nature or biology that are continuous.

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The water cycle shows how water evaporates and falls as rain.
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Figurative Use

Used metaphorically to describe recurring situations in life or history.

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The cycle of poverty can be hard to break.
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