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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
Automatic contributions, delayed payment windows, small rituals that add friction to impulse spending — these are all behavioral architecture moves, not acts of self-denial.
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Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
The rituals culminate on the 10th day of the month Muharram, which this year falls on June 26.
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Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
22 June 2026
There is also a quiet movement to bring back small rituals.
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Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
22 June 2026
Here are the niche themes worth trying and the food, decor and rituals that bring each one to life.
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Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 June 2026
It’s designed to help coordinate Jewish mourning rituals and pass along information during the days after a death.
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Lois K. Solomon,
Sun Sentinel,
22 June 2026
Every year, the Heart Rate Challenge is one of the most embarrassing rituals this show puts the Islanders through.
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Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
22 June 2026
The film follows a husband and wife who buy their dream ranch only to discover the land is alive with ancient spirits, and survival means submitting to increasingly disturbing rituals with each turn of the season.
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Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
Inspired by her personal journey, Palmer is now sharing her daily wellness rituals with others.
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Janey Wetzel,
PEOPLE,
21 June 2026
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
The rituals culminate on the 10th day of the month Muharram, which this year falls on June 26.
—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
22 June 2026
There is also a quiet movement to bring back small rituals.
—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
22 June 2026
Here are the niche themes worth trying and the food, decor and rituals that bring each one to life.
—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 June 2026
It’s designed to help coordinate Jewish mourning rituals and pass along information during the days after a death.
—
Lois K. Solomon,
Sun Sentinel,
22 June 2026
Every year, the Heart Rate Challenge is one of the most embarrassing rituals this show puts the Islanders through.
—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
22 June 2026
The film follows a husband and wife who buy their dream ranch only to discover the land is alive with ancient spirits, and survival means submitting to increasingly disturbing rituals with each turn of the season.
—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
Inspired by her personal journey, Palmer is now sharing her daily wellness rituals with others.
—
Janey Wetzel,
PEOPLE,
21 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rituals
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To meet that demand, develop a travel wellness and performance plan built around personalized habits rather than generic advice.
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While an initial spike in fuel costs caused a temporary pullback in longer-distance shopping trips in March, the data shows that consumer driving habits quickly rebounded by April, signaling strong offline shopping intent rather than a permanent shift to online channels.
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Infantino did not mention if Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum or Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney—whose countries are also hosting World Cup games—would be part of the closing ceremonies.
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Back in Iran, hundreds of people filled Tajrish Square, where ceremonies for the third Shia Imam, Husayn ibn Ali, were taking place as not far away others celebrated the resilience shown by their soccer team against a Belgian side packed with stars like Kevin de Bruyne and Leandro Trossard.
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While most meditation practices ask you to stay mentally engaged, NSDR asks you to follow along, let go, and remain passive throughout the exercise.
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As children spend more time at home during summer break, experts want parents to be mindful of proper gun storage and safety practices to keep their families safe.
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Her book captures the community’s most personal moments, from family life and weddings to sacred religious rites.
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Religious and traditional leaders, who oversee burial and funeral rites, are often the most trusted voices in their communities.
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Its flavors and customs and ways of living are revealed to us over dinner or even a simple morning coffee.
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Some sketches even repeat the same complaints within the same sketch, rather than continue what, in theory, should be a never-ending laundry list of nagging social customs.
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Over time, Muharram observances became woven into civic and cultural life across parts of the region, where some Hindus participated as musicians in processions and others crafted tazias.
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Handler and his son will not attend any five year memorial observances.
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Yamal’s flicks and tricks in his 45-minute appearance were almost enough to make memories for life, while Oyarzabal should have completed his hat-trick (both players would be substituted at the break).
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Vinícius Júnior’s extensive and varied skill set includes blinding speed, dazzling dribbling tricks, and the ability to effortlessly slip past defenders.
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There are no plans to continue any projects, whether that's with Netflix and books, that would talk about his family in similar ways.
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Its flavors and customs and ways of living are revealed to us over dinner or even a simple morning coffee.
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“Rituals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rituals. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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