as in rituals
an oft-repeated action or series of actions performed in accordance with tradition or a set of rules
a beautiful, old-fashioned wedding ceremony
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Recent Examples of ceremonies
Visitors can witness year-round lighting ceremonies and stroll the half-mile Presidential Trail just below the granite busts of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt.
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Usa Today Network, USA Today, 10 June 2026
The quake struck on the first day of classes nationwide after a two-month summer break, and many who sustained injuries were young students who had gathered with excitement for morning flag-raising ceremonies.
—Jim Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
Ramona High School honored about 300 graduates at commencement ceremonies held June 4 at Bulldog Stadium.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2026
Six district graduations will be held at the arena over two days, with three ceremonies each day.
—Hector Amezcua, Sacbee.com, 8 June 2026
The high school’s graduation ceremonies have been held previously at the Irvine Bowl.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
At Miraval Berkshires, guests are immersed in an intimate, nature-rich setting that invites connection, whether that means getting to know others, engaging with our expert specialists, exploring team challenges, or participating in ceremonies grounded in traditional wisdom.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 3 June 2026
As courthouse ceremonies, intimate weddings and destination elopements continue to rise in popularity, bridal fashion has increasingly moved toward individuality and self-expression over tradition.
—Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
Subsequent ceremonies have been much tamer, although plenty of contenders will figuratively duke it out at this year's awards, which features one of the most competitive best picture races in years.
—Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 16 Feb. 2025
Usa Today Network, USA Today, 10 June 2026
The quake struck on the first day of classes nationwide after a two-month summer break, and many who sustained injuries were young students who had gathered with excitement for morning flag-raising ceremonies.
—Jim Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
Ramona High School honored about 300 graduates at commencement ceremonies held June 4 at Bulldog Stadium.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2026
Six district graduations will be held at the arena over two days, with three ceremonies each day.
—Hector Amezcua, Sacbee.com, 8 June 2026
The high school’s graduation ceremonies have been held previously at the Irvine Bowl.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
At Miraval Berkshires, guests are immersed in an intimate, nature-rich setting that invites connection, whether that means getting to know others, engaging with our expert specialists, exploring team challenges, or participating in ceremonies grounded in traditional wisdom.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 3 June 2026
As courthouse ceremonies, intimate weddings and destination elopements continue to rise in popularity, bridal fashion has increasingly moved toward individuality and self-expression over tradition.
—Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
Subsequent ceremonies have been much tamer, although plenty of contenders will figuratively duke it out at this year's awards, which features one of the most competitive best picture races in years.
—Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 16 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ceremonies
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Venus conjunct Jupiter in Cancer expands your sixth house of work, wellness and daily rituals, making today ideal for improving your routine with more care, comfort and support.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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The experience also includes moonrise photography, Champagne sail, nightly beach dining and daily spa rituals, all in a private setting.—
Judith Garrison,
AJC.com,
9 June 2026
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Distrust, travel bans could complicate response Dangers faced by health workers have been heightened by anger among residents over the stringent medical protocols for handling the victims’ bodies, which clash with local burial rites.—
Jean-Yves Kamale,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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At least three attacks have been recorded against health centers in Ituri province as residents protested stringent medical protocols that clashed with local burial rites, heightening the danger health workers face.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 May 2026
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Kiddon harkened back to the early days of the La Grange post’s Memorial Day observances, which have been a tradition there for 82 years.—
Hank Beckman,
Chicago Tribune,
26 May 2026
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Memorial Day observances were also held at Forest Lawn memorial parks in Covina Hills, Hollywood Hills and Glendale.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
25 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Ceremonies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ceremonies. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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