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as in rule
an inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing
the town tradition of having the oldest resident ride at the head of the parade
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as in folklore
the body of customs, beliefs, stories, and sayings associated with a people, thing, or place
according to tradition, this field was the site of a skirmish between the first settlers and the Native Americans living in the area
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Recent Examples of tradition
Having the mayor respecting the traditions of others is critical.
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New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 9 Feb. 2026
While the Sacher has of course been modernised and expanded over the years, the family have made sure to preserve its traditions and character.
—Caroline Law, TheWeek, 9 Feb. 2026
That conviviality is likewise shown by athletes trading national team pins, a popular and beloved Olympic tradition.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 8 Feb. 2026
Connecticut Ballet’s love of dance has grown into a tradition of dances of love.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for tradition
New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 9 Feb. 2026
While the Sacher has of course been modernised and expanded over the years, the family have made sure to preserve its traditions and character.
—Caroline Law, TheWeek, 9 Feb. 2026
That conviviality is likewise shown by athletes trading national team pins, a popular and beloved Olympic tradition.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 8 Feb. 2026
Connecticut Ballet’s love of dance has grown into a tradition of dances of love.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for tradition
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tradition
Noun
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Nanos claimed Cross campaigned against him while wearing his Pima County Sheriff's uniform in breach of department rules, which Cross denied.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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Congress can add rules for federal races.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Feb. 2026
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As these babies were unbaptized, their cemeteries often sank into obscurity, and integrating folklore into heritage protection is vital.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Feb. 2026
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Krampus, a horned beast from European folklore that accompanies St. Nicholas, is said to punish misbehaving children during the Christmas season.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Feb. 2026
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Written by Kate Trefry and based on an original story by the Duffer Brothers, Jack Thorne and Trefry, the play functions as a standalone prequel rooted in the mythology of the hit series.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
10 Feb. 2026
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The Davies brothers’ recovered memories yield a private mythology that is simultaneously familial, urban, and national.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
6 Feb. 2026
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Property taxes are based on property values, not income.—
Joe Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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Millions of people watch the Olympic Games, and every logo shown on screen sends a message about what aligns with Olympic values, and what the Olympic movement chooses to endorse.—
Ukaleq Slettemark,
Time,
11 Feb. 2026
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Fans are also tracking the comedic lore behind host Vic Michaelis‘ (Vic Michaelis) spiraling personal life.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
5 Feb. 2026
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The Flatliner has been sipped around town for so long that origin stories are often passed around like local lore.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
5 Feb. 2026
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More than 30 people were killed in the clashes, prompting condemnation from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who invoked the country’s peaceful heritage.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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The singer's patriotic nods to his Latino heritage are not just cultural gestures, Diaz says, but signal a political consciousness in his work that makes Bad Bunny's meteoric rise all the more remarkable.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
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Continue reading … IN OTHER NEWS BOLD PREDICTION – Cowboys legend makes stunning Super Bowl guarantee after dinner with coach.—
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FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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The opportunity wasn’t lost on Shula, the rock-solid legend who sat afterward at his locker, openly crying, in a manner that stunned Dolphins personnel.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Tradition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tradition. Accessed 13 Feb. 2026.
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