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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
Read on to discover their hosting rituals and shop their eclectic table.
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Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 12 May 2026
This is a beautiful romance, full of longing, heat and athletic men doing athlete things (training, competing, spiraling over rituals that may or may not matter).
—Erin La Rosa, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
The culture supports this through concepts like la dolce vita and the passeggiata — lingering over meals, enjoying small daily rituals and embracing slower rhythms.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 11 May 2026
The country’s culture supports the trend through concepts like la dolce vita and the passeggiata — lingering over meals, enjoying small daily rituals and embracing slower rhythms.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 11 May 2026
It's also been rumored that non-Christian rituals have taken place here.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026
Even the ice chests and service rituals nod to the Edo period, creating an almost ceremonial atmosphere.
—Rachel Ingram, Robb Report, 10 May 2026
Trueno spoke to Rolling Stone about his love for contrasting moods, his collaboration with emerging rapper Milo J, and the downtime rituals that keep his sanity intact.
—Ernesto Lechner, Rolling Stone, 9 May 2026
The spa includes saunas, a Himalayan salt room and a hammam — a traditional steam bath associated with Middle Eastern and North African wellness rituals.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 9 May 2026
Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 12 May 2026
This is a beautiful romance, full of longing, heat and athletic men doing athlete things (training, competing, spiraling over rituals that may or may not matter).
—Erin La Rosa, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
The culture supports this through concepts like la dolce vita and the passeggiata — lingering over meals, enjoying small daily rituals and embracing slower rhythms.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 11 May 2026
The country’s culture supports the trend through concepts like la dolce vita and the passeggiata — lingering over meals, enjoying small daily rituals and embracing slower rhythms.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 11 May 2026
It's also been rumored that non-Christian rituals have taken place here.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026
Even the ice chests and service rituals nod to the Edo period, creating an almost ceremonial atmosphere.
—Rachel Ingram, Robb Report, 10 May 2026
Trueno spoke to Rolling Stone about his love for contrasting moods, his collaboration with emerging rapper Milo J, and the downtime rituals that keep his sanity intact.
—Ernesto Lechner, Rolling Stone, 9 May 2026
The spa includes saunas, a Himalayan salt room and a hammam — a traditional steam bath associated with Middle Eastern and North African wellness rituals.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 9 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rituals
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According to the bank’s analysis, higher-income households largely maintained their driving habits in March despite rising fuel prices, while lower-income households cut back consumption more sharply, potentially by driving less, carpooling or using more public transit.—
Allie Canal,
NBC news,
12 May 2026
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As studios grapple with consolidation, shifting viewing habits and AI disruption, the festival has doubled down on its role as a global showcase.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
12 May 2026
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The Olathe Public Schools Board of Education defended its decision not to update its policy for honoring deceased students at graduation ceremonies in a statement this week.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
12 May 2026
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The incident occurred during the university's final month of classes, with exams scheduled for early June and graduation ceremonies at the Seattle campus set for June 13, the school's website states.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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In team periods Saturday, Joly motioned around the slot and outside, similar to how Engram lined up throughout practices last year.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
10 May 2026
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Consumers seeking greener options should look for third-party certifications from organizations like the Forest Stewardship Council, which verify sustainable forestry and manufacturing practices.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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The senators on that bill say their proposal is to offset the cost of the ballroom by using customs fees.—
Steven Portnoy,
ABC News,
5 May 2026
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Inspections by French customs of 320,000 Shein parcels at Charles de Gaulle Airport later found a 25 percent non-compliance rate, triggering a judicial push by the French government to suspend the platform for three months.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Footwear News,
4 May 2026
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The university's Bangladesh Student Association has served as a liaison, asking the institution for help preserving Limon's remains in accordance with Islamic rites.—
Mirna Alsharif,
NBC news,
28 Apr. 2026
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The world may have been upended by the war and the ink has barely dried on the Treaty of Versailles, but the society doyennes are doing their darnedest to return to the rituals and rites that used to govern our days.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Talent can be seen everywhere, as some students have been able to incorporate back flips and other tricks to elevate their game.—
Marcella Baietto,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
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Regular Maintenance Is Key Even with helpful tricks and ideal placement, regular cleaning remains the most effective way to keep algae under control.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
12 May 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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Parting ways with Morey was ultimately not an easy decision for the 76ers, but Philadelphia’s inability to take the next step in a constantly changing East played a significant role in the organization’s direction.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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How Magnesium Supplements Could Benefit Blood Pressure There are several potential ways magnesium may affect blood pressure.—
Stephanie Anderson Witmer,
Health,
12 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Rituals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rituals. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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