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Those scoring in the top third for ritual implementation reported 23% more commitment to their team’s purpose, a 20% boost to their levels of psychological safety, 28% greater interpersonal knowledge, and 22% higher job satisfaction compared to those with low ritual adoption.—
Michael Hudson,
Forbes.com,
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The result is a sophisticated scenting ritual worthy of Dior’s maison heritage.—
Austa Somvichian-Clausen,
Robb Report,
14 Aug. 2025
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Some of the representations of animals embody ritualistic powers, like that of the snake, painted because of its importance in rain-making rituals.—
Sarah Kingdom,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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Marbled cat hides have been found with tribal hunters in other regions of India, researchers said, but the farmers and herders questioned about the recent sightings said poaching and ritualistic hunting haven’t been taking place around Kakoi Reserve Forest, according to the study.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
28 July 2025
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Responding to the shah’s paranoia about Americans wanting to undermine him, the U.S. simply stopped tracking systematic opposition to his rule.—
Arash Azizi,
The Atlantic,
5 Aug. 2025
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This is thanks to systematic work under EU rules which has steadily improved the health of our waters.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Aug. 2025
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The crucial step in becoming a true sales leader is building a strong sales team through methodical development, expertly blending tech and human connection to help sellers reach the next level.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Unlike its contemporary Call of Duty, Battlefield 6 (out Oct. 10), is less of an action-movie fantasy and more of a methodical battle of attrition where playing smart and sticking to your small role is the key to victory.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Formalistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formalistic. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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