pro·ces·sion
prə-ˈse-shən 
1
a
: a group of individuals moving along in an orderly often ceremonial way
b
2
a
: continuous forward movement : progression
b
: emanation
the Holy Spirit's procession from the Father
processioned; processioning; processions
Examples of procession in a Sentence
Noun
There was a procession of children carrying candles.
The cars moved in procession to the cemetery.
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Anthony Wood, Space.com, 28 May 2025
Thus, that Walter Cup is staying in St. Paul.
Pre-party procession
The Minnesota Frost walked with the Walter Cup from the Tria Rink at 400 Wabasha St. N. to the Xcel Energy Center, located at the corner of West Seventh Street and Kellogg Boulevard.
—Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 28 May 2025
Drivers must now pit at least twice, a ruling which aimed to avoid the kind of procession many fans complain can occur on the narrow, twisiting Monégasque roads on which overtaking is difficult.
—Jamie Barton, CNN Money, 25 May 2025
They are then activated in numerous ways, including in performances, processions, and other ceremonies by either the masquerade artist or another practitioner.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025
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Noun
Twice a year, this subtle procession aligns the setting sun perfectly with New York City's street grid, placing it right in the center of the concrete canyon, creating a spectacular photo opportunity.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 28 May 2025
Thus, that Walter Cup is staying in St. Paul.
Pre-party procession
The Minnesota Frost walked with the Walter Cup from the Tria Rink at 400 Wabasha St. N. to the Xcel Energy Center, located at the corner of West Seventh Street and Kellogg Boulevard.
—Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 28 May 2025
Drivers must now pit at least twice, a ruling which aimed to avoid the kind of procession many fans complain can occur on the narrow, twisiting Monégasque roads on which overtaking is difficult.
—Jamie Barton, CNN Money, 25 May 2025
They are then activated in numerous ways, including in performances, processions, and other ceremonies by either the masquerade artist or another practitioner.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for procession
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“Procession.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/procession. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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