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as in formal
following or agreeing with established form, custom, or rules
schoolteachers tended to favor poets who followed a very orthodox style of poetry
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as in traditional
tending to favor established ideas, conditions, or institutions
orthodox in their view of the world, the Founding Fathers subscribed to the 18th-century notion that only men with property should be allowed to vote
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Recent Examples of orthodox
Despite the revolving door of presidents, Peru’s economy has been stable over the past decade, with governments sticking to orthodox economic policies that include modest fiscal spending, while international companies have been encouraged to invest in areas like mining and infrastructure.
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ABC News, 17 Mar. 2026
For him, Yuan porcelain represented a major cultural and technological breakthrough in Chinese art under Mongol rule, countering long-running, orthodox perceptions of the imperial dynasty.
—Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 28 Feb. 2026
Bishops and priests often challenged texts that did not conform with what became orthodox doctrine.
—Christy Cobb, The Conversation, 26 Feb. 2026
But the battles around the president have increasingly spread beyond the orthodox parameters of political debate and into the broader culture.
—Niall Stanage, The Hill, 10 Feb. 2026
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ABC News, 17 Mar. 2026
For him, Yuan porcelain represented a major cultural and technological breakthrough in Chinese art under Mongol rule, countering long-running, orthodox perceptions of the imperial dynasty.
—Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 28 Feb. 2026
Bishops and priests often challenged texts that did not conform with what became orthodox doctrine.
—Christy Cobb, The Conversation, 26 Feb. 2026
But the battles around the president have increasingly spread beyond the orthodox parameters of political debate and into the broader culture.
—Niall Stanage, The Hill, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for orthodox
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Since the 2018 reforms began requiring the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights to report awards and settlements related to formal complaints, there have been eight payments made by House members' offices, totaling just over $400,000.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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He was ordered to complete a 52-week domestic violence program and sentenced to three years of formal probation.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Lebanon's state-run National News Agency reported two separate Israeli strikes on two vehicles, one in the seafront town of Saadiyat and another on a coastal highway in neighboring Jiyeh, around 12 miles south of Beirut and outside Hezbollah's traditional strongholds.—
Tucker Reals,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Last December, the airline launched service between Van Nuys Airport (VNY) in Los Angeles and Kahului Airport (OGG) in Maui, offering a semi-private experience that sits somewhere between commercial first class and a traditional private jet.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Apr. 2026
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Watson, a two-time Masters champion who participated in Thursday morning's ceremonial tee off at Augusta National, voiced strong criticism about the process.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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The Yard Goats said Davis will relive a piece of her historic 2014 run by throwing the ceremonial first pitch to Scott Bandura, her catcher during the Little League World Series and longtime best friend.—
Kels Dayton,
Hartford Courant,
9 Apr. 2026
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Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor apologized Wednesday for publicly criticizing Justice Brett Kavanaugh over a ruling on immigration stops — and seeming to imply that her conservative colleague's views were shaped by an out-of-touch upbringing.—
Joe Walsh,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Thomas, the Supreme Court’s senior conservative member, spoke broadly, not referencing specific contemporary events or political figures to make his case.—
Devin Dwyer,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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But Jude’s subsequent movies have gone in a less conventional direction.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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However, the party piece is that the air trapped under the wing creates a high-pressure cushion effect with a lift-to-drag ratio beyond that of a conventional aircraft.—
David Szondy
April 13,
New Atlas,
13 Apr. 2026
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It is celebrated with a ceremonious parade that features a cavalcade of men dressed in Roman soldier costumes, evoking a sense of solemn thanksgiving and spiritual devotion.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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The ones named Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion by the judges make a ceremonious visit at the end of the day to the Brown Palace Hotel and Spa in downtown Denver.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
21 Jan. 2026
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Unverified business names, addresses, or official affiliations.—
Jennifer Borrasso,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The official spoke by phone on condition of anonymity in line with official policy.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Pittsburgh raced out to a 3-0 lead in the first period despite resting most of its regular players, including Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin, with the playoffs looming this weekend.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The only previous game those five started, was Sunday night’s season finale against the Atlanta Hawks, as the Heat’s 27th and final lineup of the regular season.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Orthodox.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/orthodox. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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