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Cycle (Noun)

An interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs; "the never-ending cycle of the seasons".

Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.

A series of poems or songs on the same theme; "Schubert's song cycles".

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

The poet's latest work is a five-poem cycle exploring the changing seasons.
Her song cycle, inspired by her childhood, features ten songs in six languages.
The composer's most famous work is a song cycle based on the poetry of Robert Frost.
His song cycle, written for baritone and piano, explores the themes of love and loss in war.
The singer's latest album is a folk song cycle that tells the story of a fictional small town.

A periodically repeated sequence of events; "a cycle of reprisal and retaliation".

Nouns denoting natural events.

The economy goes through a cycle of boom and bust every decade or so.
The company's sales follow a predictable cycle of high demand during holidays and low demand during off-peak seasons.
The cycle of poverty and lack of education can be difficult to break for many families.
The team's performance has been stuck in a cycle of winning one game and losing the next.
The natural cycle of birth, growth, and decay is essential for the health of the ecosystem.