1
as in customary
based on customs usually handed down from a previous generation
a traditional Passover meal at his grandparents' house
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2
as in conservative
tending to favor established ideas, conditions, or institutions
a family that is very traditional when it comes to institutions like marriage
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Recent Examples of traditional
Technology exists to limit VPN workarounds; all licensed traditional sportsbooks deploy software that catches basic IP-masking tools to comply with state laws.
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Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 7 Apr. 2026
The film shifts the focus from traditional narratives of policy and victimhood to the everyday experiences of individuals adapting to a life of constant threat, raising critical questions about whether these safety rituals signify true preparedness or a surrender to violence.
—Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026
The replacement of a traditional fire truck with this smaller squad vehicle, designed to respond to a wider variety of calls, is opposed by the Grapevine Professional Firefighters Association.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2026
Flattened hierarchies also disrupt traditional career progression in ways that are only beginning to surface in the data.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 7 Apr. 2026
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Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 7 Apr. 2026
The film shifts the focus from traditional narratives of policy and victimhood to the everyday experiences of individuals adapting to a life of constant threat, raising critical questions about whether these safety rituals signify true preparedness or a surrender to violence.
—Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026
The replacement of a traditional fire truck with this smaller squad vehicle, designed to respond to a wider variety of calls, is opposed by the Grapevine Professional Firefighters Association.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2026
Flattened hierarchies also disrupt traditional career progression in ways that are only beginning to surface in the data.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 7 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for traditional
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Last year, that was playing third-line minutes, helping bring out the offensive potential in linemates Anton Lundell and Eetu Luostarinen, serving a mentor-type role customary of veterans.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2026
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Auriemma was upset with Staley failing to meet him for a customary pregame handshake before their Final Four game tipped off.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
5 Apr. 2026
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Harris, a Democrat, is once again running for Congress in Georgia's 14th District, a deeply conservative region represented by Marjorie Taylor Greene, who resigned in January this year.—
Brian Unger,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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While not issuing a quick rejection, key conservative justices seemed skeptical of the administration’s arguments for its legality.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Using a conventional electric trimmer would cause tiny hairs to float around in microgravity, which would be a mess.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
6 Apr. 2026
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The approach highlights the potential for integrated, circular systems where multiple waste streams are transformed into valuable products, offering a more sustainable alternative to conventional recycling techniques.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Apr. 2026
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Ver had initially gone the orthodox route of hiring tax attorneys from a prestigious law firm, Steptoe.—
Avi Asher-Schapiro,
ProPublica,
24 Mar. 2026
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Despite the revolving door of presidents, Peru’s economy has been stable over the past decade, with governments sticking to orthodox economic policies that include modest fiscal spending, while international companies have been encouraged to invest in areas like mining and infrastructure.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Mar. 2026
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The couple hired Malé Girl Band, an all-female band, who played classical music during the ceremony and cocktail hour and more upbeat (and varied, as there was a Goo Goo Dolls moment) tunes for the party.—
Kaitlin Menza,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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While her classical training makes her tributes feel authentic, her 21st-century wit gives them new life.—
Boutayna Chokrane,
Pitchfork,
2 Apr. 2026
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The deeper layers of your soul may feel much nearer to the surface than usual.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Apr. 2026
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With speed on the right wing as essentially a pure winger rather than her usual right-back role, Oke gave Reign’s defense fits, especially when another midfielder joined and created overloads.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
5 Apr. 2026
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Online and in podcasts, historical revisionism thrived.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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Still, Platner will have to overcome historical precedent to beat Mills.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Traditional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/traditional. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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