To make a pattern.

一种装饰性图案。

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The "is it okay" question pattern is something that you can use to make your speech a little less formal.

is it okay”问句能够让你说的话不过于正式。

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What is it about us humans that make this a recurring pattern?

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In the brain, neurons work together over synapses to recognize a pattern and make the closest match.

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But factor in the frequent use (and exercise) of stock options as compensation, as well as the need to do estate planning or make a down payment on a new home, and the pattern doesn't look so weird.

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