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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
Nashville embodies that same balance of tradition and innovation, and we’re honored to share our craft and create lasting memories with this vibrant community.
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Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 2 Oct. 2025
Blending innovation and tradition, these spaces reflect the city’s modern spirit while keeping its Mediterranean soul intact.
—Visit València, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
London — At Windsor Castle, history and tradition are everywhere.
—Max Foster, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2025
Elk Grove is celebrating the fall season with its 31st annual tradition, the Giant Pumpkin Festival, a free two-day community event celebrating family and giant gourds.
—Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2025
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Mackensy Lunsford, Nashville Tennessean, 2 Oct. 2025
Blending innovation and tradition, these spaces reflect the city’s modern spirit while keeping its Mediterranean soul intact.
—Visit València, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025
London — At Windsor Castle, history and tradition are everywhere.
—Max Foster, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2025
Elk Grove is celebrating the fall season with its 31st annual tradition, the Giant Pumpkin Festival, a free two-day community event celebrating family and giant gourds.
—Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tradition
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Schools must follow state mandates on instructional hours, but states typically don’t set strict rules on how long a lunch period should be, so some principals whittle it down to twenty or twenty-five minutes.—
Jessica Winter,
New Yorker,
4 Oct. 2025
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According to the rules laid down by Nobel in his 1895 will, the prizes can only honor up to three people per award — a growing challenge given the collaborative nature of much scientific research.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
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In West Virginia, the mountains are rich with folklore and dotted with sites time has left behind.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Oct. 2025
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The film, an epic fantasy inspired by Congolese folklore, hails from N LITE, producer-distributor powerhouse GKIDS (Boy and the Heron), Viola Davis and Julius Tennon’s JuVee Productions and legendary anime producer Masao Maruyama (Tokyo Godfathers).—
Kimberly Nordyke,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Oct. 2025
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The alligator's name is Fáfnir after Norse mythology.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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Despite the recent popularity of Labubu dolls, the critters — according to POP MART's official website, which sells Labubu and other blind box toys — originated in 2015 thanks to artist Kasing Lung, who created a trio of picture books inspired by Nordic mythology.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
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The capsule includes just six pieces, each with a hangtag detailing its techniques and materials to better communicate the brand’s values to the customer.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
4 Oct. 2025
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And the president is meeting with the Office of Management and Budget to try to understand what agencies are essential, what agencies do not align with the administration's priorities and values.—
Steve Inskeep,
NPR,
3 Oct. 2025
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Florida’s Dallas Wilson, in real time, cemented himself in college football lore.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
5 Oct. 2025
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All the while, guests learn the lore of the buildings and even attempt to communicate with the spirits that haunt them.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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Head to the Museum of the Cherokee People to explore exhibits that chronicle the history, heritage, and arts of the region’s earliest inhabitants.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
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The town has just over 8,500 residents, but don't let its size deter you, as there's a lot of heritage and beauty in store.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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And believe us, these legends truly live up to the hype.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Tradition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tradition. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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