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as in rule
an inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing
the town tradition of having the oldest resident ride at the head of the parade
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as in folklore
the body of customs, beliefs, stories, and sayings associated with a people, thing, or place
according to tradition, this field was the site of a skirmish between the first settlers and the Native Americans living in the area
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Recent Examples of tradition
In keeping with presidential tradition, St. John's Church, located across from the White House will host the service.
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David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
In keeping with tradition, it will be administered by the Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, John Roberts.
—George Petras, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
And now, even though my house is there, everything else is gone, my traditions, my habits, my normalcy.
—Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2025
President Joe Biden will be in attendance as his successor is sworn in, resuming a tradition of American democracy that Trump himself sidestepped in 2021.
—ABC News, 16 Jan. 2025
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David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
In keeping with tradition, it will be administered by the Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, John Roberts.
—George Petras, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
And now, even though my house is there, everything else is gone, my traditions, my habits, my normalcy.
—Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2025
President Joe Biden will be in attendance as his successor is sworn in, resuming a tradition of American democracy that Trump himself sidestepped in 2021.
—ABC News, 16 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tradition
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What's inside: The rule will create a new global licensing system for the most advanced AI technology exports.Maria Curi, Axios, 13 Jan. 2025
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The new rules aim to close loopholes that would allow countries like China and Russia — which are already subject to existing semiconductor trade restrictions — to obtain or develop their own AI technology.Jess Weatherbed, The Verge, 13 Jan. 2025
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The mystery of myth and folklore knit tightly with thrilling moments is a treat to watch.Sweta Kaushal, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Experts trace the midnight kiss tradition back to Ancient Rome, as well as English and German folklore.Olivia Petter, Vogue, 31 Dec. 2024
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The Sirens that harken to Greek mythology have features only on one side—the other is a mirror.Jeanine Barone, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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But to your point about whether there are real consequences of this episode in the mythology of both shows.Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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The new worlds in question no doubt are many of the ones from the lore, including places like Vex, Cabal and Hive homeworlds/systems.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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The program is soaked in lore, dripping with history and brimming with nostalgia.Ralph D. Russo, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
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She’s recruited by strategists for an unnamed (though clearly Democratic) political party to conduct polling research by interviewing American voters of Latin American/Spanish heritage before the November 2024 election.Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
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The flag still lacks any representation of our Illiniwek and Miami heritage, which should be added by their progeny.Mark Harris, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
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As Palisades Fire Expands East Apple Brings Back iPhone 15 Pro For First Time—At Lower Price The backdrop here is NFL legend Tom Brady seemingly taking on a large role in the process after being appoved as a minority owner of the Silver and Black last year.Vincent Frank, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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Hong Kong martial arts legend Sammo Hung will serve as the jury president for the awards, which feature a selection of 30 films from 25 countries and regions, competing across 16 categories.Sara Merican, Deadline, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Tradition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tradition. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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