1
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
Halfway through, he’s tied with the best player in the world, and as the challenge is about to go from blustery to sweltering, the last two days are shaping up as a showdown in that Travelers’ tradition.
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Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 20 June 2025
This serves to emphasize northwest Connecticut’s status as a nerve center for world-class artistic talent, as well as the hotels’ commitment to that tradition.
—Marcia Desanctis, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2025
Dickens had taken a nom de plume in the tradition of journalists and periodical writers, but there was no need to conceal his identity.
—Kirsty McHugh, Literary Hub, 20 June 2025
The brand, whose DNA is rooted in Italian tailoring traditions, is eschewing younger looks, offering a new take on classicism imbued with urban touches.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 20 June 2025
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Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 20 June 2025
This serves to emphasize northwest Connecticut’s status as a nerve center for world-class artistic talent, as well as the hotels’ commitment to that tradition.
—Marcia Desanctis, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2025
Dickens had taken a nom de plume in the tradition of journalists and periodical writers, but there was no need to conceal his identity.
—Kirsty McHugh, Literary Hub, 20 June 2025
The brand, whose DNA is rooted in Italian tailoring traditions, is eschewing younger looks, offering a new take on classicism imbued with urban touches.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tradition
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Additionally, looser rules can also lead to more loan growth and new investments in growing lines of businesses since firms don't have to be quite as conservative with their capital.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
30 June 2025
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Finally, the Commission proposes to lighten the administrative burden of the due diligence rules by requiring companies to publish reports on their compliance every three years instead of annually.—
Jon McGowan,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Though often portrayed as a light-hearted spectacle, the festival is rooted in deep tradition, religious history and local folklore.—
Isabelle Rodney,
CNN Money,
29 June 2025
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The blend of realism with elements of magical realism, myth, and folklore can make the stories feel deeply rooted in place, but also transcendent, touching on something that’s universal.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 June 2025
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There is a peculiar power in how Lee framed this story within the mythology of the American West.—
Philip Martin,
Arkansas Online,
27 June 2025
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The main hook was its more layered and mature take on the lore surrounding the character and the more fantastical mythology built around this specific story.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
26 June 2025
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Few names evoke as much reverence in American whiskey lore as Elijah Craig — a man whose life masterfully blends fact and legend, making both equally vital to the mystique of bourbon whiskey.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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This immersive theatrical experience blends history and mystery as professional performers bring to life a suspenseful tale inspired by true Florida lore and timeless crime fiction.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 June 2025
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Off the heels of Dior Men’s era of Kim Jones, who offered elegant twists on menswear in theatrical runway shows, Anderson ushered in a playful, everyday sense of luxury, delving into the house’s heritage by reintroducing classic silhouettes morphed in new ways.—
Alice Pfeiffer,
CNN Money,
1 July 2025
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The two have also bonded about their Mexican-American heritage.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
1 July 2025
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Billy and his sister Elizabeth continue to keep the advertising legend’s memory alive.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
28 June 2025
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The map legend now more clearly says where things like anomalies and bosses are.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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“Tradition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tradition. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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