rhythmic
adjective
rhyth·mic ˈrit͟h-mik 
variants or rhythmical
1
: marked by or moving in pronounced rhythm
2
: of, relating to, or involving rhythm
Synonyms of rhythmic
Examples of rhythmic in a Sentence
We could hear a rhythmic drumming outside. lulled to sleep by the rhythmic sound of her mother's voice reading the Bible
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Ditto the sophisticated modulations and subtle rhythmic shifts that underpin Puth’s best songs. —
George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026 Textured paper, rhythmic canvases, and woolen weaves subtly adorn the walls without detracting from the meadow and orchard views or the architectural presence. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026 Another potential treatment route the study opens up is using machines to massage cancer cells, imitating the rhythmic beating of the heart. —Anil Oza, STAT, 23 Apr. 2026 His playing also helped define Motown’s sonic identity, most notably providing its rhythmic foundation. —Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rhythmic
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George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026 Textured paper, rhythmic canvases, and woolen weaves subtly adorn the walls without detracting from the meadow and orchard views or the architectural presence. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026 Another potential treatment route the study opens up is using machines to massage cancer cells, imitating the rhythmic beating of the heart. —Anil Oza, STAT, 23 Apr. 2026 His playing also helped define Motown’s sonic identity, most notably providing its rhythmic foundation. —Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rhythmic
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“Rhythmic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/dictionary/rhythmic. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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rhythmic
adjective
rhyth·mic ˈrit͟h-mik
variants or rhythmical
1
: of, relating to, or involving rhythm
2
: marked by or moving in pronounced rhythm
rhythmic contractions
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