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loop

noun C1 Academic

Meaning

A loop is a closed or circular sequence that allows for the repetition of processes or actions, often utilized in mathematical, computational, or theoretical contexts to denote a continuous cycle or iterative mechanism that can yield varying outcomes base
💡 In technical contexts, "loop" may refer specifically to programming constructs that repeat code execution, whereas in other disciplines, it can denote conceptual cycles, such as in feedback systems or social dynamics, which may lead to confusion if not clearly defined.

Example Sentences

Please keep me in the loop about the project updates .
The engineer analyzed the loop to improve the system's efficiency .
The feedback loop significantly influences the system's overall stability .

Word in Context

On Monday morning Mira sat at her kitchen table with a cup of tea and opened the document she had promised to revise . She found herself trapped in a loop of small changes - rearranging paragraphs , adjusting tone , and then undoing what she had just done . Each iteration felt necessary yet unsatisfying , because no matter how many edits she made the text still lacked the clarity she wanted . After an hour she decided to close the laptop and go for a short walk to reset her perspective . When she returned the solution was clearer : a few decisive cuts and a simpler introduction made the argument coherent , and she finally sent the file before the afternoon deadline .

Common Phrases

feedback loop control loop iterative loop

Synonyms

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