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as in process
forward movement in time or place
watched the constant procession of cars headed out of the city at the start of the weekend
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More Kevin Frayer/Getty Images People with flags gathered on both sides of Constitution Avenue as the military procession unfolded through the capital.
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Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
The procession followed a public memorial service earlier in the day at Children’s Mercy Park with all the law enforcement honor ceremony like the funeral held for Deputy Ming only weeks earlier.
—Emily Curiel, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2025
Following his death, a procession of thousands walked the streets of Birmingham to honor the legendary rock star as the hearse and accompanying vehicles made their way to the Black Sabbath bridge and bench.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Building authorities along Chang'an Avenue, the primary parade route, have informed Beijing residents to keep their windows shut and for those in offices to stay away from early Tuesday evening until well after the 70-minute procession ends the following day.
—Eunice Yoon, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2025
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Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
The procession followed a public memorial service earlier in the day at Children’s Mercy Park with all the law enforcement honor ceremony like the funeral held for Deputy Ming only weeks earlier.
—Emily Curiel, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2025
Following his death, a procession of thousands walked the streets of Birmingham to honor the legendary rock star as the hearse and accompanying vehicles made their way to the Black Sabbath bridge and bench.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Building authorities along Chang'an Avenue, the primary parade route, have informed Beijing residents to keep their windows shut and for those in offices to stay away from early Tuesday evening until well after the 70-minute procession ends the following day.
—Eunice Yoon, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for procession
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But the parade, commemorating the end of World War II, was undoubtedly intended to telegraph the rapid advancement of the world’s largest military, and signal Xi’s growing ability to project hard power on the world stage.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
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Rich said that because of the administration’s intervention, the residents of his country are celebrating and literally plan to have a parade.—
Brie Stimson , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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Cubie Hernandez, the organization’s chief technology and learning officer, said the goal is to help families have confidence during the mortgage process while pushing the industry to modernize.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Having fallen mere seconds short of a famous win at Bayern Munich in last year’s knockout phase — a 94th-minute Alphonso Davies winner ending their dreams of progression — the Scottish champions are high on confidence following a perfect start to the season.—
Jack Bantock,
New York Times,
19 Aug. 2025
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Most managers don’t intentionally create barriers, but they are often cited as one of the most significant obstacles to women’s progression.—
Dr. Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Put a fire under the slow-moving progress of Chicago’s consent decree.—
Laura Washington,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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On the surface, this looks like progress, a streamlined experience where convenience reigns supreme.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Among its provisions are broad measures to promote research and technological advances, including a general reference to tax-free reimbursements for employer training supporting IP and innovation.—
Priya Prakash Royal Esq. LL.M. MBA AEP TEP,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Get tickets in advance online for both adults and children.—
Laura Daily,
Denver Post,
1 Sep. 2025
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The top floors of the museum are dedicated to African American culture and the pivotal role Black Americans have played in everything from music and literature to technological advancements and the military.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
6 Sep. 2025
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But the parade, commemorating the end of World War II, was undoubtedly intended to telegraph the rapid advancement of the world’s largest military, and signal Xi’s growing ability to project hard power on the world stage.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
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In Shoreline, Washington, there will be sign-waving and a march as well as a Back-to-School Drive to collect supplies for local students.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
2 Sep. 2025
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But Starks answered with a 21-yard completion to KD Mosley, sparking a march of three consecutive 10-plus-yard gains to set up the winning kick.—
Jayden Gonzalez,
Miami Herald,
31 Aug. 2025
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“Procession.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/procession. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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