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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
They were braced for a season of transition rather than a title procession.
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James Pearce, New York Times, 18 May 2025
Since then lantern processions, or Laternenumzüge, became tradition, symbolizing the light and the enduring warmth of human kindness embodied by the saint.
—Edwin Goei, Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2025
Religious robes, traditional costumes, and more otherwise anachronistic garments brought the history and unity of Western Civilization to life through songs and processions.
Performers and pilgrims from around the globe represented their nations in welcoming Leo XIV.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 11 May 2025
Led by the clergy, the four royals then took part in a procession down the aisle of Westminster Abbey.
—Simon Perry, People.com, 8 May 2025
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James Pearce, New York Times, 18 May 2025
Since then lantern processions, or Laternenumzüge, became tradition, symbolizing the light and the enduring warmth of human kindness embodied by the saint.
—Edwin Goei, Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2025
Religious robes, traditional costumes, and more otherwise anachronistic garments brought the history and unity of Western Civilization to life through songs and processions.
Performers and pilgrims from around the globe represented their nations in welcoming Leo XIV.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 11 May 2025
Led by the clergy, the four royals then took part in a procession down the aisle of Westminster Abbey.
—Simon Perry, People.com, 8 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for procession
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Masses of people had gathered for a victory parade outside the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium to celebrate the triumph of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), who secured the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 championship.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
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The parade includes favorite SeaWorld characters, floats, music and more.—
Jan Wagner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 June 2025
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Liane-Cho Han: One of the biggest challenges of this process was finding the right tone to match our target audience.—
Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
8 June 2025
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Suppose intelligent machines are used to help shape decision processes in life-changing situations, such as criminal court proceedings, or to aid emergency care first responders in disaster situations.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page and Robert Plant, along with Warner Chappell Music, prevailed against a copyright infringement claim based on a generic musical progression that goes back to Bach and before.—
Bill Hochberg,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Employees evaluated companies based on a set of factors including belonging and community, sustainability and awareness, compensation and benefits, training and career progression, work-life balance, working environment, company image, mental well-being, job security and corporate culture.—
Lauren Giella,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
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Wonder fuels creativity, and creativity is the raw material of progress.—
Maureen Metcalf,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Since untreated hypertension progresses and worsens over time, making lifestyle changes to manage blood pressure and stay healthy is vital.—
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
4 June 2025
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Larger groups can be accommodated with advance notice.—
Alexandra Kirkman,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Attendees had been informed of the location just 48 hours in advance.—
Hannah Allam,
ProPublica,
31 May 2025
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Do any technological advancements really surprise you anymore?—
Joe Cermele,
Outdoor Life,
5 June 2025
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Communities that have historically been at the back of the line for technological advancements can now potentially leapfrog to implementing cutting-edge solutions tailored to their specific needs.—
Dr. Sreeram Mullankandy,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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And South Florida can’t get enough of it: As the Fightin’ Maurices continue their march toward a second consecutive NHL Stanley Cup championship, fans will gather in Fort Lauderdale on Thursday for one of the largest official watch parties in Panthers’ history — at the War Memorial Auditorium.—
Ben Crandell,
Sun Sentinel,
22 May 2025
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Designing Technologies That Empower And Unite Necessity is the mother of invention, and invention fuels the march of progress, so its potential to address inequalities is immense.—
Haroldo Jacobovicz,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Procession.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/procession. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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