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as in habits
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 ceremonies
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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Recent Examples of rituals
For holistic wellness, Asaya Spa offers treatments and rituals rooted in the healing traditions of the local Huichol and Cora cultures.
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Carole Dixon, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
The content gaining traction — tea rituals, slow routines, dense and futuristic cities, food culture that feels abundant and communal — maps precisely onto what young people say is missing from their own lives.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 19 Apr. 2026
This Works formulations are grounded in Functional Fragrances, circadian biology and neurosensory rituals, engineered to down-regulate arousal and support the natural circadian cycle.
—ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026
People in the happiest relationships have rituals, Mark Travers, a psychologist who specializes in relationships previously told CNBC Make It.
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 17 Apr. 2026
On this day, tradition holds that there are auspicious times to perform certain rituals to bring prosperity in the new year.
—Diaa Hadid, NPR, 16 Apr. 2026
At Alila Mayakoba, Alejandro Ortiz, the hotel’s global wellbeing operations officer, has curated four rituals that celebrate earth, air, fire, and sea.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
The property’s Asaya Spa taps into the islands’ legacy of wellness with Okinawan healing rituals that include an herbal compress made of Miyako Island sea salt to promote relaxation.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
The best objects become part of your rituals.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Apr. 2026
Carole Dixon, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
The content gaining traction — tea rituals, slow routines, dense and futuristic cities, food culture that feels abundant and communal — maps precisely onto what young people say is missing from their own lives.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 19 Apr. 2026
This Works formulations are grounded in Functional Fragrances, circadian biology and neurosensory rituals, engineered to down-regulate arousal and support the natural circadian cycle.
—ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026
People in the happiest relationships have rituals, Mark Travers, a psychologist who specializes in relationships previously told CNBC Make It.
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 17 Apr. 2026
On this day, tradition holds that there are auspicious times to perform certain rituals to bring prosperity in the new year.
—Diaa Hadid, NPR, 16 Apr. 2026
At Alila Mayakoba, Alejandro Ortiz, the hotel’s global wellbeing operations officer, has curated four rituals that celebrate earth, air, fire, and sea.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
The property’s Asaya Spa taps into the islands’ legacy of wellness with Okinawan healing rituals that include an herbal compress made of Miyako Island sea salt to promote relaxation.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
The best objects become part of your rituals.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rituals
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As the Moon moves into Cancer, your attention shifts to spending, priorities, and the habits tied to both.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2026
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Our beliefs, attitudes and habits can either reinforce or challenge ageism.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced the hosts on Tuesday, as well as recipients for this year’s lifetime achievement honors at all three ceremonies.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2026
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The trio of ceremonies celebrate excellence in American sports, news and documentary broadcasting from the past year.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
21 Apr. 2026
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The new Lewis House will improve inclusivity and accessibility features supporting people of all physical abilities, genders and cultural practices.—
Elliot Mann,
Twin Cities,
19 Apr. 2026
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This refers to mindful practices.—
Helen Dennis,
Daily News,
19 Apr. 2026
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With them came languages, customs, and beliefs.—
Adam Pourahmadi,
CNN Money,
22 Apr. 2026
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Will there be customs clearance problems?—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Celebrating love is universal, but the exact rites and rituals vary.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
11 Apr. 2026
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The siting of the rites at the Colosseum—where it has been held since 1964, echoing a practice from the eighteenth century—means that the Pope enacts Jesus’ final hours not in a Baroque basilica but against the backdrop of the Roman Empire, which exercised power through violence.—
Paul Elie,
New Yorker,
4 Apr. 2026
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From fusion tapas restaurants to a minor league baseball team, Dunedin has plenty of delightful tricks up its sleeve.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
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On a recent thread on the r/GLP1microdosing subreddit, women shared their tips and tricks for hiding medication from their partners.—
Rebecca Flint Marx,
SELF,
20 Apr. 2026
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In just the past few weeks, public debate has centered on issues such as school curriculum oversight, commemorative and cultural observances and facility access policies.—
Brett Wilson,
Baltimore Sun,
13 Apr. 2026
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Worshippers can now freely gather at Christian, Jewish, and Muslim sites for major religious celebrations, including Orthodox Easter and Ramadan observances.—
Sam Mednick,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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That variability also means that there is more room to find ways to save.—
Becca Stanek,
TheWeek,
21 Apr. 2026
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In the fall, Williams expects to work with a new intern to help build upon this event and find new ways to bring together the older and younger generations.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Rituals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rituals. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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