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as in process
forward movement in time or place
watched the constant procession of cars headed out of the city at the start of the weekend
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Recent Examples of procession
Among their Premier League rivals, a quiet, vicarious hope flickered that perhaps the man who has turned the competition into a procession might soon be gone.
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Rory Smith, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
That final funeral procession and Emilia’s symbolic transformation into a virgin seems inspired by Mexico’s rich history of serenades to and worship of the Virgen de Guadalupe.
—Alessa Dominguez, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
After the wreath-laying procession, about 10,000 veterans marched past the Cenotaph.
—Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 11 Nov. 2024
Rulers even carried scepters fashioned in his image during dances and processions.
—James L. Fitzsimmons, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
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Rory Smith, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
That final funeral procession and Emilia’s symbolic transformation into a virgin seems inspired by Mexico’s rich history of serenades to and worship of the Virgen de Guadalupe.
—Alessa Dominguez, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
After the wreath-laying procession, about 10,000 veterans marched past the Cenotaph.
—Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 11 Nov. 2024
Rulers even carried scepters fashioned in his image during dances and processions.
—James L. Fitzsimmons, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for procession
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The film makes terrific slapstick use of Schwarzenegger's action-hero persona (including his immaculate comic timing), pitting him against charging reindeer and scam artist Santas, and dressing him up as Turbo Man for a chaotic parade.EW.com, EW.com, 30 Nov. 2024
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The Macy’s Studios team includes painters, carpenters, animators, sculptors, welders, scenic designers, costume designers, electricians and engineers, who spend more than 8,000 hours preparing for each parade.Violet Goldstone, WWD, 30 Nov. 2024
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Experts also said the next two years could present opportunities to bolster trust in electoral processes.Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
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Now that the seating of 12 members by a judge has been completed, the process could take several weeks or even months.Nate Chute, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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By creating a non-resolving chord progression that seemingly never ends.Nate Sloan, Vulture, 12 Nov. 2024
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Any activity that increases heart rate can slow the progression of Alzheimer’s, the experts agreed.Melissa Rudy, Fox News, 8 Nov. 2024
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So others play on in the Cup, while the Heat have rejoined the real season already in progress.Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 30 Nov. 2024
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At a time when political polarization and growing inequality threaten progress, Senator-elect Alsobrooks ran a campaign rooted in solutions, proving that leaders who prioritize community over partisanship can prevail.Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 30 Nov. 2024
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Guests won’t even be able to tell the difference between fresh-off-the-stovetop potatoes and the same creamy version made days in advance.Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
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However, not everyone makes their travel plans far in advance.Roger Sands, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
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Golden Matrix continues to focus on expanding its global reach by obtaining gaming licenses in new markets and enhancing its product offerings through technological advancements.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
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But one particular bottleneck that analysts are looking at could have an impact on our rapid advancement in AI infrastructure over the next few quarters.John Werner, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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On Saline’s first drive, Carr — who nearly had his first throw get picked off — went 6-for-6 for 55 yards as the nine-play, 80-yard march was capped by a 15-yard TD run by Rush.Brad Emons, Detroit Free Press, 25 Aug. 2023
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Blake’s grandfather, Jacob Blake Sr., was a prominent minister and civil rights leader in the Chicago area who helped organize a march and spoke in support of comprehensive housing law in Evanston, Ill., days after the 1968 assassination of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.Stephanie Pagones, Fox News, 24 Aug. 2020
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“Procession.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/procession. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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