1
as in rituals
a usual manner of behaving or doing
it is my custom to have half a bagel and coffee for breakfast
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as in traditions
an inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing
the custom around here is that the bride's family pays for the wedding
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Recent Examples of customs
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has threatened to halt customs processing at airports where state and local governments resist the administration’s immigration policies.
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Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
The world's largest oil importer has trimmed its crude imports by nearly 20% since the outbreak of the Iran war, according to official customs data compiled by Wind Information, capping global oil prices from trading even higher.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 10 June 2026
Teams like Evans' Xtract One will team up with the security teams of FIFA, local law enforcement and even other agencies like Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which will be at games for safety but not customs enforcement, in hopes of as smooth sailing as possible.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026
From disrespecting local customs and getting pickpocketed to forgetting to reapply sunscreen and overpacking, European tour guides have truly seen it all.
—Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2026
Many scientists point to cultural evolution, the process by which knowledge, customs and technology spread over time.
—Cody Cottier, Scientific American, 4 June 2026
One of them, the manager of an import company, has been linked to a previous cocaine shipment by Spanish customs, the statement said.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
Travelers stay with a host family, share meals, learn customs firsthand and gain insider knowledge no guidebook can offer.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
Before booking, research local laws and cultural customs at your destination.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 1 June 2026
Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
The world's largest oil importer has trimmed its crude imports by nearly 20% since the outbreak of the Iran war, according to official customs data compiled by Wind Information, capping global oil prices from trading even higher.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 10 June 2026
Teams like Evans' Xtract One will team up with the security teams of FIFA, local law enforcement and even other agencies like Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which will be at games for safety but not customs enforcement, in hopes of as smooth sailing as possible.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026
From disrespecting local customs and getting pickpocketed to forgetting to reapply sunscreen and overpacking, European tour guides have truly seen it all.
—Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2026
Many scientists point to cultural evolution, the process by which knowledge, customs and technology spread over time.
—Cody Cottier, Scientific American, 4 June 2026
One of them, the manager of an import company, has been linked to a previous cocaine shipment by Spanish customs, the statement said.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
Travelers stay with a host family, share meals, learn customs firsthand and gain insider knowledge no guidebook can offer.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
Before booking, research local laws and cultural customs at your destination.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 1 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for customs
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Its beauty lies in repetition, in comfort and in the quiet rituals of everyday life.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
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If anything, today encourages you to experiment with your schedule, work habits, wellness rituals or daily responsibilities in a way that actually supports and inspires you.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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Alongside Tibetan performers, who brought their own culture, traditions, and voices, the concerts would go on to draw more than 325,000 attendees, and reach millions more through television broadcasts, radio coverage, and early large-scale online streams.—
Michele Amabile Angermiller,
Rolling Stone,
15 June 2026
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The food is increasingly lavish and varied, and some new traditions have replaced old ones.—
Ani Duzdabanyan,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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Tomato Spacing By Plant Type Tomatoes are classified into two main groups, determinate and indeterminate, according to their growth and fruit production habits.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
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Unfortunately, sometimes the brain is too efficient, leading us to cling to false information and unproductive habits while ignoring information that could clearly benefit us.—
Dr. Deepika Chopra,
Flow Space,
16 June 2026
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That’s because your personal circumstance and finances (such as other sources of retirement income and your tax bracket) can be complex and so are the Social Security rules governing them.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Guzzetti said skydiving companies are governed by the same rules any private plane owner has to follow and not the more stringent rules that charter flight operators and airlines adhere to.—
Kristin M. Hall,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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In this world then, the drive to make the most of both sustainable practices and yield is profound.—
Louise Schiavone,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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But more awareness and better practices didn’t stop McAfee’s customers from continuing to get sick — in 2007, and 2011, and 2012, and 2016 — and the farm had to issue recalls more than half a dozen times after pathogens were found in its products.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Hot and humid conditions are expected to push afternoon temperatures into the upper 80s and lower 90s, with heat index values climbing to the 96-102 range.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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Temperatures are expected to reach around 88 degrees, with heat index values climbing to the mid-90s, according to the weather service.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 June 2026
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“Customs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/customs. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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