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Why "daily regiment" is marching in the wrong direction

Reviewed and edited by

Lloyd Cooper 07/10/2024, 12:50

English.me team member

What kind of error is it?

Daily regiment or daily regimen. What's correct?

Usage error - incorrect word

Why do people make this mistake?

People often confuse "regiment" with "regimen" because they sound similar, but they have different meanings. "Regiment" refers to a military unit, while "regimen" refers to a systematic plan or set of rules, often related to health or fitness routines.

What is correct?

"Daily regimen" is the correct phrase when referring to a systematic plan or routine, especially in the context of health, fitness, or daily habits.

Examples of correct usage

She follows a strict daily regimen of exercise and meditation.
His daily regimen includes both work and leisure activities.
It's important to stick to your daily regimen to see results.

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