habits (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈhæbɪts/

Definition

A settled or regular tendency or practice, especially one that is hard to give up.

Examples

• He has a bad habit of biting his nails.

• Regular exercise is one of her healthy habits.

• Breaking old habits can be difficult.

How to Use habits

habit of doing (collocation)

A regular tendency to perform an action. — "He has a habit of tapping his foot when he's nervous."

break a habit (collocation)

To stop doing something that you do regularly. — "It's hard to break the habit of checking your phone constantly."

get into a habit (collocation)

To start doing something regularly. — "I'm trying to get into the habit of waking up early."

form a habit (collocation)

To develop a regular tendency or practice. — "It's important to form good study habits early on."

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