1
as in rules
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 mythologies
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 traditions
TCUs counter these barriers by embedding Native culture, language, and traditions into curricula and campus life.
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Marybeth Gasman, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The kitchen turns out dishes influenced by a range of traditions, and with the recent addition of the renowned chef Byron Rubio, the menu is reaching new heights of creativity and refinement.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
But running an unexpected special election tests the strength of these traditions, requiring election officials to recruit creatively – and fast – because the arrangements aren’t already accounted for in existing contracts.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
The project marks a significant investment by the streamer in Indian storytelling traditions.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Sep. 2025
This route offers a harmonious blend of experiences for all ages—from archaeological wonders and cultural traditions, to exceptional cuisine, beaches, and natural landscapes.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Alongside this darkness, Sage shares the traditions of her people that save her life, braiding her personal story together with Cree stories, and with the ceremonies that have carried her through times of need.
—Eliana Ramage
september 4, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
These traditions have similar roots but evolved differently, shaped by the various ways African beliefs were suppressed across the New World.
—Danielle Amir Jackson, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025
Families will experience Latin traditions through storytelling, music, and hands-on sensory exploration.
—Christina Mayo, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
Marybeth Gasman, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The kitchen turns out dishes influenced by a range of traditions, and with the recent addition of the renowned chef Byron Rubio, the menu is reaching new heights of creativity and refinement.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
But running an unexpected special election tests the strength of these traditions, requiring election officials to recruit creatively – and fast – because the arrangements aren’t already accounted for in existing contracts.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
The project marks a significant investment by the streamer in Indian storytelling traditions.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Sep. 2025
This route offers a harmonious blend of experiences for all ages—from archaeological wonders and cultural traditions, to exceptional cuisine, beaches, and natural landscapes.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Alongside this darkness, Sage shares the traditions of her people that save her life, braiding her personal story together with Cree stories, and with the ceremonies that have carried her through times of need.
—Eliana Ramage
september 4, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
These traditions have similar roots but evolved differently, shaped by the various ways African beliefs were suppressed across the New World.
—Danielle Amir Jackson, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025
Families will experience Latin traditions through storytelling, music, and hands-on sensory exploration.
—Christina Mayo, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for traditions
Noun
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See rules for Competitive Wordle toward the end of this post.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Both levels are far above EU rules demanding that individual members’ deficits should not exceed 3% of GDP, while their public debt should not surpass 60% of economic output.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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Drawing inspiration from Norse and other mythologies, the trees of Middle-earth in the Lord of the Rings series are sacred beings, whose treatment stands as a moral litmus test.—
Ellen Walker,
JSTOR Daily,
3 Sep. 2025
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Holocaust education is a necessary window into how modern fascism and white supremacy construct dangerous national mythologies to justify war, ethnic cleansing, and genocide.—
Sahar Mustafah
August 27,
Literary Hub,
27 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Encouraging young adults to explore interests, values and long-term aspirations facilitates intrinsic motivation.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Both require a balance of commitment and flexibility, patience and action, values and adaptability.—
Allen Buchanan,
Oc Register,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The logistics of shipping and customs alone can disrupt an entire timeline.—
Nathanaël Bondu,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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For one, Manzanillo had experienced a four-day customs workers strike in May that resulted in berthing backlogs for weeks after.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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With contributions across disciplines, the legends featured in the pages of WWD over the decades let their passion fuel innovation, shaping and evolving brand legacies and the industry to reflect the times while leaving an indelible mark.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
10 Sep. 2025
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The series will highlight the unbridled audacity of young men not just leveling up, but determined to become legends in the game.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Traditions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/traditions. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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