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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
Yulia Denisyuk is an award-winning travel photographer and writer with a special interest in stories about artisan crafts and ancient traditions.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Mar. 2026
Easter and the traditions associated with the holiday mean different things to different families.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 9 Mar. 2026
Custom koa furnishings further anchor the home in local design traditions.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2026
When these two traditions stood together, history moved.
—Calev Myers, New York Daily News, 9 Mar. 2026
And yet, century after century, these art forms continue to endure — evolving, expanding and moving audiences in ways few artistic traditions ever have.
—Letters To The Editor, Washington Post, 9 Mar. 2026
Fortunately, there are many people who care enough about ballet to face these uncomfortable truths, and who are working to bring ballet into the twenty-first century by challenging traditions that don’t serve dancers’ health or the long-term health of the artform.
—Chloe Angyal, Time, 9 Mar. 2026
This winter carnival raises money for the Fairview-Clifton German Language School and shares German traditions.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Mar. 2026
The program also explores the symbolism of Nowruz traditions, including the meaning of the holiday and the traditional seven‑symbol spread.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 8 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Mar. 2026
Easter and the traditions associated with the holiday mean different things to different families.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 9 Mar. 2026
Custom koa furnishings further anchor the home in local design traditions.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2026
When these two traditions stood together, history moved.
—Calev Myers, New York Daily News, 9 Mar. 2026
And yet, century after century, these art forms continue to endure — evolving, expanding and moving audiences in ways few artistic traditions ever have.
—Letters To The Editor, Washington Post, 9 Mar. 2026
Fortunately, there are many people who care enough about ballet to face these uncomfortable truths, and who are working to bring ballet into the twenty-first century by challenging traditions that don’t serve dancers’ health or the long-term health of the artform.
—Chloe Angyal, Time, 9 Mar. 2026
This winter carnival raises money for the Fairview-Clifton German Language School and shares German traditions.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Mar. 2026
The program also explores the symbolism of Nowruz traditions, including the meaning of the holiday and the traditional seven‑symbol spread.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 8 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for traditions
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The race could revive a pandemic-era rivalry between Kiley and Pan, who tussled over vaccine and public health rules while serving in the state Legislature.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The gap helps explain why authorities are tightening FX rules even as exporters press for more predictable conversion mechanics.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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In many mythologies the hero is a troubled character, and their stories can leave us with the sense that none of us would really want that kind of fame.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Feb. 2026
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The mythologies of the medical ass could blossom, like the oral folklore of a tribe allowed to retain its own myths without the colonizing interference of invaders.—
Sean Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
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While both candidates occupied the party’s progressive flank, Talarico presented himself as a Democrat who could speak the language of faith and values to voters who have drifted rightward in recent years.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
4 Mar. 2026
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Guidance from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network says adults sharing their own feelings with children can be an opportunity to convey personal beliefs and values about how to treat others.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Mar. 2026
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The kallikantzaroi are a group of blind, black goblins who live underground during most of the year sawing at the world tree – a motif throughout various folklores that connects the heavens to the Earth.—
Carlie Procell,
USA Today,
20 Dec. 2025
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Writs of assistance were open‑ended search warrants granted to British customs officers to search for smuggled goods; they were not limited by time, person, or location, and no probable cause was required.—
Amanda Cats-Baril,
Twin Cities,
4 Mar. 2026
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While customs vary by destination, a good rule of thumb is $3 to $5 per night for standard hotels and $5 to $10 for luxury stays.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Mar. 2026
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Sugar’s place in the Surfers’ Hall of Fame was cemented in 2024 when the dog’s paws were pressed into the sidewalk in front of the statue of Duke Kahanamoku in Huntington Beach, alongside prints from other surfing legends including world champs Kelly Slater and Andy Irons.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Paul Thomas Anderson and Benny Safdie showed up to film Winter’s solo show at Carnegie Hall, and rock legends from Julian Casablancas to Jeff Tweedy to Patti Smith have lined up to praise the band.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
8 Mar. 2026
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