as in processions
a body of individuals moving along in an orderly and often ceremonial way
a Fourth of July parade
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as in marches
to move along with a steady regular step especially in a group
the marching band paraded past jubilant crowds
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as in displays
to present so as to invite notice or attention
intends to parade her expensive new dress at the party
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Recent Examples of parades
Priscilla Alvarez, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
If the question is military credibility, the United States signals through deployments and exercises, not parades.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
In the past twenty-five years there have been five major parades, and only a very small number of systems showcased failed to make the transition into operational service.
—Amir Husain, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Some are festivals and parades rather than marches and rallies, though hundreds of those are scheduled as well.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2025
Thus began our commemoration of Labor Day, usually marked with parades, barbeques and occasional fireworks.
—Jill Ebstein, Boston Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
Second line parades have been a staple of Katrina anniversaries since 2006.
—Jack Brook, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025
The bridge also hosts numerous vehicle parades throughout the summer and fall.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 26 Aug. 2025
While the bull runs happen each morning for one week, there’s plenty of additional festivities in the afternoons, like the Comparsa de Gigantes y Cabeazudos parades.
—Nina Aquino, Travel + Leisure, 21 Aug. 2025
Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 8 Aug. 2025
Noun
Fears gripped Chicago over the weekend On the Lower West Side of Chicago, the start of Mexican Independence Day celebrations typically marks a raucous weekend of parties and parades drawing hundreds of thousands of attendees.
—Priscilla Alvarez, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
If the question is military credibility, the United States signals through deployments and exercises, not parades.
—Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
In the past twenty-five years there have been five major parades, and only a very small number of systems showcased failed to make the transition into operational service.
—Amir Husain, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Some are festivals and parades rather than marches and rallies, though hundreds of those are scheduled as well.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2025
Thus began our commemoration of Labor Day, usually marked with parades, barbeques and occasional fireworks.
—Jill Ebstein, Boston Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
Second line parades have been a staple of Katrina anniversaries since 2006.
—Jack Brook, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025
The bridge also hosts numerous vehicle parades throughout the summer and fall.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 26 Aug. 2025
While the bull runs happen each morning for one week, there’s plenty of additional festivities in the afternoons, like the Comparsa de Gigantes y Cabeazudos parades.
—Nina Aquino, Travel + Leisure, 21 Aug. 2025
Verb
The procession steps off from the lower 100 block of Duval Street, parades five blocks down Duval, turns onto Southard Street for another five blocks, and ends at Truman Waterfront Park for a casual celebration.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 8 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for parades
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The outlet reported that Harry is expected to walk side by side with his brother at the forefront of the processions through the streets of London.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
8 Sep. 2025
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Look out for medieval reenactments for which whole towns dress in costume, and religious processions where music is the soul of the streets.—
Daniel Scheffler,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Mahmoud Khalil marches toward Columbia University after a press conference in New York City on June 22, 2025.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Aug. 2025
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The front door is ajar, and a cat marches in, pausing for a moment in surprise, her front right paw held in mid-air.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Writing, directing and starring in Maddie’s Secret is an impressive balancing act from Early, who displays a sharp understanding of what moments in Maddie’s life are most suited for comedy.—
Jourdain Searles,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Sep. 2025
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White oak White oak is a large shade tree displays deep red to coppery-brown fall color.—
Chris McKeown,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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A number of the Smithsonian items and exhibits the White House objected to are no longer or never were put on display or were only posted online, USA TODAY found.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Across the key pillars—Growth, Profitability, Financial Stability, and Downturn Resilience—United Therapeutics exhibits very strong operations and balance sheet health, leaving little cause for concern at present levels.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Thanks to amazing performances, wild fashion choices, and unexpected moments, the MTV Video Music Awards is typically one of the buzzier awards shows — and this year was no exception.—
Daysia Tolentino,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Sep. 2025
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This forecast cone from the National Hurricane Center shows only the probable path of the center of a storm.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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If a fan’s only window into football analytics is a contextless statistic that flashes on the screen, though, then they might be justified in thinking data was useless.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Archie the coach strides past my possie and flashes me a smile.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Sep. 2025
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