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
To Pennings, young Republicans vying for office may be more likely to follow a more traditional path, first running for state and local office positions before eying Congress.
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Elena Moore, NPR, 5 Sep. 2025
By blending traditional turbines with electric propulsion, aircraft makers aim to extend range, improve payload capacity, and deliver stronger overall performance.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2025
Showrunner’s endeavor will deploy a fusion of AI and traditional film techniques to reconstruct the lost footage.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
Rather than traditional auditions, Yoon conducted improvisation workshops where actors didn’t initially know their roles.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
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Elena Moore, NPR, 5 Sep. 2025
By blending traditional turbines with electric propulsion, aircraft makers aim to extend range, improve payload capacity, and deliver stronger overall performance.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2025
Showrunner’s endeavor will deploy a fusion of AI and traditional film techniques to reconstruct the lost footage.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
Rather than traditional auditions, Yoon conducted improvisation workshops where actors didn’t initially know their roles.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for traditional
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Completion is subject to several customary conditions, including final approval by Kraft Heinz Board of Directors, the filing and effectiveness of a Form 10 registration statement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission.—
Joe Cornell,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Unfortunately, the bulk of the requisite moralizing falls mainly to Palmer’s socially conscious Elena, saddled with one too many speeches about making a difference, which puts a damper on the actress’ customary energetic spark.—
Michael Rechtshaffen,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Sep. 2025
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While some among Democrats cast him as the party’s national leader and a natural choice for their 2028 nominee, conservative critics point to his past controversies, including other pay-for-play stories.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
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After working as a speechwriter in former President Ronald Reagan's administration, Ingraham pursued a law degree and became a conservative media darling.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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The technique might also yield interesting possibilities in cell therapy or precision surgery, where conventional tools are too large or blunt.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Sep. 2025
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Such intimate screenings and parties will continue in different locations as the film makes its way into conventional theaters.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
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And even though the military is short of manpower, the government refuses to draft ultra-orthodox men, whose religious political parties are key to the Netanyahu coalition.—
Ron Scherf,
Time,
5 Sep. 2025
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Traditional music and Kolo dancing by Prazna Flasa Tambura, the Ansambl Sokoli, the Seoske Dame singers, and DJ Dex, with a presentation from Parish Priest, Father Milos Zivkovic on orthodox religious traditions and specialty vendors with music, books, jewelry, and icons for sale.—
Gina Grillo,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Sep. 2025
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Symphony of Flowers is a multimedia project that would occupy 6 acres of the park for six months of the year, installing more than 100,000 luminous flowers and 500,000 LED lights, along with dozens of speakers to play classical music.—
Claire Wang,
Oc Register,
10 Sep. 2025
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This year’s Fall Preview consists of all the entertainment — from TV to video games to classical music — that Vulture writers and editors are excited to consume this season.—
Jerry Saltz,
Vulture,
10 Sep. 2025
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For instance, if a wildfire—even if far away—coincides with weather systems blowing pollution into your region, AirNow’s email will recommend staying indoors more than usual.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
10 Sep. 2025
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As such, there’s always been a thrill of danger to every fight, but the difference this time around is that the stakes are far higher than usual.—
David Opie,
IndieWire,
10 Sep. 2025
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Backdropped against empty space, absent any signifying detail or decoration, Mockrin’s once historical figures and details exist only in the here and now.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Many of these local gems are cozy relics that house unique pieces that evoke a sense of nostalgia, hold a coveted aesthetic or have historical significance.—
Olivia Lee,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Traditional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/traditional. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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