pomp and circumstance

noun

: impressive formal activities or ceremonies

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While the frigid temperatures moved the traditional pomp and circumstance indoors, the day still had its own Trump-style flair. —

Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 21 Jan. 2025 Inauguration Day 2025 delivered pomp and circumstance, but also symbolism and style as President Donald Trump officially transitioned into the nation's highest office. —

Nicole Fallert, USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2025 The spell created by pomp and circumstance broke a bit for one performance during the ceremony. —

Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 20 Jan. 2025 In addition to the usual pomp and circumstance, there will be a special vehicle: The garbage truck Trump rode in during his campaign. —

Jenny Goldsberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 13 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for pomp and circumstance

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