The term 'practices' can refer to a variety of activities. Doing something, such as 'DOES' (4 letters), is an action that can be considered a practice. Working (5 letters) is another example of a practice, as is exercising (9 letters). Using (4 letters) and honing (5 letters) are also practices, as are MORES (5 letters), plies (5 letters), wonts (5 letters), drills (6 letters), habits (6 letters), usages (6 letters), dryruns (7 letters), and rehearses (9 letters). All of these activities involve repetition and practice in order to perfect a skill or behavior.