routine

Definition

  • noun: a regular way of doing things in a particular order
  • noun: a regular course of procedure
  • adjective: done very often
  • adjective: of a commonplace or repetitious character
  • usually singular
  • synonyms: course, round, path

Examples

  • Every time I ask him to do something, I get the old “I'm too busy” 'routine'. [=he says “I'm too busy”]

  • The meeting was a welcome break from 'routine'. [=the meeting was different from what we normally do]

  • We keep a copy of all correspondence as 'a matter of routine'. [=as a standard procedure]

Movie quotes

  • (..) Now, I want you to take the day, go get together your personal things, and then tomorrow, you get yourself some exercise. You go out for a jog, you give yourself some routines, and pretty soon you find your legs. How do I get in touch with you? Don't worry, we'll be in touch with you soon. (..)
    2009 Up in the Air