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
Nadia Cantú, AZCentral.com, 6 Jan. 2026
The island-wide celebration includes concerts, parades, cultural activities, and pageants, while numerous fairs celebrate the best in local art and culture.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 4 Jan. 2026
The Texas Route 66 Festival is set for June in Amarillo, and will include a classic car show, live music, bus tours, and parades.
—Pam Leblanc, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
Fans lined up the north side of the ballpark for their arrival, which Maurice said reminded him of a miniature version of the two Stanley Cup parades the past two Junes.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 3 Jan. 2026
Rather than portraying Cracolândia’s inhabitants as violent, lawbreaking addicts, Som da Maloka captures their artistry as singers, musicians, and poets, with Escobar putting their talents on full display through local carnival parades organized by his Blocolândia initiative.
—Michaëla De Lacaze Mohrmann, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2026
From cultural parades to spa time, our quick island getaway was not only a change of scenery but also a lesson in balance.
—Kareema Bee, Parents, 31 Dec. 2025
Veterans Day is often honored with parades, memorial services and deals from businesses.
—Jordan Green, Nashville Tennessean, 11 Nov. 2025
Marysville, West Sacramento, Elk Grove and Auburn also held parades.
—Hannah Ruhoff, Sacbee.com, 11 Nov. 2025
Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 8 Aug. 2025
Noun
In several countries, parades, processions, or community events are also organized.
—Nadia Cantú, AZCentral.com, 6 Jan. 2026
The island-wide celebration includes concerts, parades, cultural activities, and pageants, while numerous fairs celebrate the best in local art and culture.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 4 Jan. 2026
The Texas Route 66 Festival is set for June in Amarillo, and will include a classic car show, live music, bus tours, and parades.
—Pam Leblanc, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
Fans lined up the north side of the ballpark for their arrival, which Maurice said reminded him of a miniature version of the two Stanley Cup parades the past two Junes.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 3 Jan. 2026
Rather than portraying Cracolândia’s inhabitants as violent, lawbreaking addicts, Som da Maloka captures their artistry as singers, musicians, and poets, with Escobar putting their talents on full display through local carnival parades organized by his Blocolândia initiative.
—Michaëla De Lacaze Mohrmann, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2026
From cultural parades to spa time, our quick island getaway was not only a change of scenery but also a lesson in balance.
—Kareema Bee, Parents, 31 Dec. 2025
Veterans Day is often honored with parades, memorial services and deals from businesses.
—Jordan Green, Nashville Tennessean, 11 Nov. 2025
Marysville, West Sacramento, Elk Grove and Auburn also held parades.
—Hannah Ruhoff, Sacbee.com, 11 Nov. 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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In several countries, parades, processions, or community events are also organized.—
Nadia Cantú,
AZCentral.com,
6 Jan. 2026
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Vehicles that lead funeral processions can now use either a flashing amber or purple light.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
31 Dec. 2025
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In larger cities like Oklahoma City and Tulsa, large gatherings, marches that block traffic or use amplified sound also require permits.—
Isa Almeida,
Oklahoman,
8 Jan. 2026
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The speech marked the 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery marches for Civil Rights in Alabama.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
23 Dec. 2025
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Apple AirTags are essentially mini GPS tracking devices that sync directly to your iPhone’s Find My app, which displays location info on your phone.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Jan. 2026
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There’s no denying who this Papier planner belongs to—the customizable monogram tastefully displays your initials, embossed with gold foil.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
6 Jan. 2026
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Out with a potential love interest one evening, in a packed Manhattan comedy club, Tess is startled when Alex strides up to the microphone.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
12 Dec. 2025
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Football watchers are stacking up losses on their betting slips and fantasy records, but after every one of these aesthetically bankrupt displays, Nick Sirianni strides to the podium as coach of an undefeated team.—
J.J. Bailey,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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According to its website, the Kennedy Center hosts over 2,200 performances, events and exhibits a year, with over two million visitors annually.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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What readers are saying The comments largely focus on the need for the boyfriend to set boundaries with his sister, who exhibits possessive and inappropriate behavior.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
10 Jan. 2026
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Data from Life360 — an app that provides real time GPS tracking — shows Pittman traveled from his home in Madison County, then stopped at a gas station in Ridgeland before proceeding to the synagogue, according to the complaint.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
13 Jan. 2026
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Image released by the DOJ shows the damage to the border patrol vehicle.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Less than a minute into the video, as the singer sits by herself in the middle of the desert, the camera suddenly flashes to Blue, who is wearing a dress nearly identical to her mom's gown.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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Burnett pauses, considers the question, and then flashes a mischievous grin.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Parades.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parades. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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