in a/the cycle

Frequency: 7.515.0 per million words

used to describe being at a certain stage of a process or sequence

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Examples (10)

  • We are currently at a difficult point in the economic cycle.
  • Many people find themselves trapped in a vicious cycle of debt and poverty.
  • Once you are in a virtuous cycle, positive outcomes tend to reinforce each other.
  • The chrysalis represents a crucial stage in the life cycle of a butterfly.
  • Hibernation is an essential part of survival for many animals in the winter cycle.
  • He recognized he was stuck in a cycle of unhealthy habits and decided to change.
  • A successful product launch can define the company's position in the next business cycle.
  • The ancient civilization's calendar was based on observations of the moon in its monthly cycle.
  • This particular phase in the development cycle requires extensive testing.
  • Each stage in the water cycle, from evaporation to precipitation, is vital for the planet.