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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Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 11 Dec. 2025
The procession also features marching bands and performance groups; get more details here.
—Rudie Obias, HollywoodReporter, 11 Dec. 2025
Hebda described the rite as a 'celebration,' which included a procession, singing by the choir, and incense during the blessing of the church.
—Frankie McLister, CBS News, 7 Dec. 2025
One of the best places to watch the procession, on December 13 this year, is from the Schooner Wharf Bar, which hosts the event.
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Noun
Various departments from northern Nevada participated in a special procession for the late battalion chief on Wednesday, according to the Professional Firefighters of Nevada, which shared footage from the event on Facebook.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 11 Dec. 2025
The procession also features marching bands and performance groups; get more details here.
—Rudie Obias, HollywoodReporter, 11 Dec. 2025
Hebda described the rite as a 'celebration,' which included a procession, singing by the choir, and incense during the blessing of the church.
—Frankie McLister, CBS News, 7 Dec. 2025
One of the best places to watch the procession, on December 13 this year, is from the Schooner Wharf Bar, which hosts the event.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 Dec. 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 19 Dec. 2025.
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