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as in habit
a usual manner of behaving or doing
her morning ritual is to enjoy a bracing cup of coffee while reading the newspaper
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as in ceremony
an oft-repeated action or series of actions performed in accordance with tradition or a set of rules
a ritual that the ancient peoples of that country believed would bring rain
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as in ceremonial
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Recent Examples of ritual
Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
Cannabis as a Spiritual Tool Far beyond recreational use, cannabis has historically been used in sacred rituals across cultures.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 20 May 2025
Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2025
In 2022, archaeologists rediscovered a narrow duct leading to a small ritual chamber 8 meters deep beneath one of the site’s temple buildings.
—ArsTechnica, 5 May 2025
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Noun
His parents sit nearby, watching his familiar and heartwarming ritual.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
Cannabis as a Spiritual Tool Far beyond recreational use, cannabis has historically been used in sacred rituals across cultures.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 20 May 2025
Adjective
Paintings, sculptures and ritual artifacts have been culled from the museum’s permanent collection or borrowed from private owners.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2025
In 2022, archaeologists rediscovered a narrow duct leading to a small ritual chamber 8 meters deep beneath one of the site’s temple buildings.
—ArsTechnica, 5 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ritual
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Develop active listening habits Practice focusing entirely on what others are saying rather than formulating your response.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Encourage critical thinking, discussions about activism or policy, and personal responsibility, such as changing their consumption habits or volunteering.—
Taylor Grothe,
Parents,
14 May 2025
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Meghan and Prince Harry first tied the knot in May 2018 in an ornate ceremony at Windsor Castle in the United Kingdom.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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For the second year in a row, some students have used their graduation ceremonies as a platform to protest against Israel’s conduct of the war.—
Emma Whitford,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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Although the lack of human remains prevents anthropological study, the hoard of possessions—including bracelets, brooches, ceremonial weapons—that were created around the 3rd or 4th century B.C. provides a treasure trove for researchers.—
Chloe Mayer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
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Mary’s game finally came to an end on this week’s episode, but not without a truly bizarre and wonderful sideshow to accompany her ceremonial torch-snuffing.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
8 May 2025
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In 2018, Wells Fargo agreed to settle investigations by all 50 states over practices that included opening millions of unauthorized customer bank accounts to meet sales goals.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2025
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Think About Acupuncture Acupuncture is an ancient practice that may improve chronic pain and aid weight loss.—
Peter Weiss,
Verywell Health,
13 May 2025
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While Francis wanted a less opulent burial than is traditional for popes and made changes to the church's book on funeral rites, some of the usual elements such as the three stations of the procedure, named after where those key moments take place, remain in place.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Conclusion of Mass Final rites: Ultima Commendatio and Valedictio.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
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The liturgical garments – such as robes, stoles and hats – worn by the pope and other Christian church officials are known as vestments.—
Christopher Watson,
ABC News,
8 May 2025
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With these words, the master of papal liturgical ceremonies ordered all non-electors to leave the Sistine Chapel.—
Barney Henderson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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Rea allowed one run over 5 1/3 innings, improving to 4-0 with another no-flash performance that did the trick.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
19 May 2025
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Label tricks, regional cues and color considerations for better picking at the wine shop.—
Rachel King,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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Law Day Members of the Lake County legal community came together on May 2 for the annual Law Day observance with students from around the county.—
Clifford Ward,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2025
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Likewise, this week’s study found that 62% of Israeli Jews, and 49% of American Jews, perform religious fasts — the central observance of Yom Kippur.—
Ben Sales,
Sun Sentinel,
7 May 2025
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“Ritual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ritual. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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