as in rituals
an oft-repeated action or series of actions performed in accordance with tradition or a set of rules
a beautiful, old-fashioned wedding ceremony
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Recent Examples of ceremonies
Following his appearance, Chasing Horse traveled across Indian Country to attend powwows and perform healing ceremonies.
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Arushi Jacob, Variety, 28 Apr. 2026
The couple hosted four lavish wedding ceremonies to celebrate their nuptials.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
While individual stage walking was possible in three recent ceremonies, prior to 2022 this was not part of graduation.
—Nick Caloway, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Depending on the season (the camp opens from May through December, when temperatures are pleasant), days fill with picnics in the mountains, visits to Buddhist festivals, or merit-making ceremonies at nearby temples and shrines.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
During the postgame ceremonies, the team surrounded Hogencamp and serenaded him to celebrate his 17th birthday.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
The parties and the protests The dinner, which will be televised live by CNN and other channels, is the centerpiece of the weekend’s social calendar, surrounded by more than a dozen brunches, ceremonies, receptions and late-night parties.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Mendoza did not attend the draft ceremonies, held in Pittsburgh, in person.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
The trio of ceremonies celebrate excellence in American sports, news and documentary broadcasting from the past year.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2026
Arushi Jacob, Variety, 28 Apr. 2026
The couple hosted four lavish wedding ceremonies to celebrate their nuptials.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
While individual stage walking was possible in three recent ceremonies, prior to 2022 this was not part of graduation.
—Nick Caloway, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Depending on the season (the camp opens from May through December, when temperatures are pleasant), days fill with picnics in the mountains, visits to Buddhist festivals, or merit-making ceremonies at nearby temples and shrines.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
During the postgame ceremonies, the team surrounded Hogencamp and serenaded him to celebrate his 17th birthday.
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
The parties and the protests The dinner, which will be televised live by CNN and other channels, is the centerpiece of the weekend’s social calendar, surrounded by more than a dozen brunches, ceremonies, receptions and late-night parties.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Mendoza did not attend the draft ceremonies, held in Pittsburgh, in person.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
The trio of ceremonies celebrate excellence in American sports, news and documentary broadcasting from the past year.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ceremonies
Noun
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Popularized by social media and wellness culture, these sellers often provide photos of candle rituals and offer customized services.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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The key is choosing items that reflect her daily rituals and specific tastes rather than grabbing whatever is generic and available.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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The university's Bangladesh Student Association has served as a liaison, asking the institution for help preserving Limon's remains in accordance with Islamic rites.—
Mirna Alsharif,
NBC news,
28 Apr. 2026
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The world may have been upended by the war and the ink has barely dried on the Treaty of Versailles, but the society doyennes are doing their darnedest to return to the rituals and rites that used to govern our days.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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In just the past few weeks, public debate has centered on issues such as school curriculum oversight, commemorative and cultural observances and facility access policies.—
Brett Wilson,
Baltimore Sun,
13 Apr. 2026
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Worshippers can now freely gather at Christian, Jewish, and Muslim sites for major religious celebrations, including Orthodox Easter and Ramadan observances.—
Sam Mednick,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Ceremonies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ceremonies. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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