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as in habits
a usual manner of behaving or doing
her morning ritual is to enjoy a bracing cup of coffee while reading the newspaper
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as in ceremonies
an oft-repeated action or series of actions performed in accordance with tradition or a set of rules
a ritual that the ancient peoples of that country believed would bring rain
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Recent Examples of rituals
Popularized by social media and wellness culture, these sellers often provide photos of candle rituals and offer customized services.
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Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
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
The White House Correspondents’ Association dinner is one of Washington’s enduring, if somewhat awkward, rituals.
—Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The archaeologists also noted traces of gold leaf on some of the mummies, suggesting elaborate funerary rituals.
—Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
The families called on authorities to ensure the bodies of Limon and Bristy, when she is found, be handled in accordance with Islamic rituals and funeral requirements.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 26 Apr. 2026
Graveyard workers declined to say how long ago the burials took place, or whether rituals were separate for each victim or held together for the group.
—ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
For holistic wellness, Asaya Spa offers treatments and rituals rooted in the healing traditions of the local Huichol and Cora cultures.
—Carole Dixon, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
The content gaining traction — tea rituals, slow routines, dense and futuristic cities, food culture that feels abundant and communal — maps precisely onto what young people say is missing from their own lives.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 19 Apr. 2026
Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
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
The White House Correspondents’ Association dinner is one of Washington’s enduring, if somewhat awkward, rituals.
—Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The archaeologists also noted traces of gold leaf on some of the mummies, suggesting elaborate funerary rituals.
—Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
The families called on authorities to ensure the bodies of Limon and Bristy, when she is found, be handled in accordance with Islamic rituals and funeral requirements.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 26 Apr. 2026
Graveyard workers declined to say how long ago the burials took place, or whether rituals were separate for each victim or held together for the group.
—ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
For holistic wellness, Asaya Spa offers treatments and rituals rooted in the healing traditions of the local Huichol and Cora cultures.
—Carole Dixon, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
The content gaining traction — tea rituals, slow routines, dense and futuristic cities, food culture that feels abundant and communal — maps precisely onto what young people say is missing from their own lives.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 19 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rituals
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Write down your thoughts, and then build habits to make this personal constitution come alive.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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Your daily routine, work environment or even your mental habits could feel slightly off today.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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Following his appearance, Chasing Horse traveled across Indian Country to attend powwows and perform healing ceremonies.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
28 Apr. 2026
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The couple hosted four lavish wedding ceremonies to celebrate their nuptials.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 2026
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The Buckeyes spent 15 spring practices trying to fill holes and develop young talent to fill the void created by NFL attrition.—
Cameron Teague Robinson,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Last fall, the Supreme Court heard arguments on whether to strike down Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, which has been used to counter racially discriminatory election practices.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Apr. 2026
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Today, descendants live in the Mexican states of Campeche, Quintana Roo, Yucatan, Tabasco, and Chiapas, offering visitors an up close and personal look at their heritage, customs, culinary traditions, and way of life.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
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The wifi is Starlink here too, and there are dedicated customs agents to help passengers speed through passport control.—
Beth Landman,
HollywoodReporter,
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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Davis occasionally destabilizes this very familiar soundtrack with sly production tricks from Horne.—
Emma Madden,
Pitchfork,
28 Apr. 2026
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However, deer are adaptable creatures and often get used to the tricks put in their path, eventually ignoring attempts to deter them, Walke says.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
26 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
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There are ways of using social media as just a private photo album or a diary, but it is designed to be public and for content to spread beyond its context.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Subway has launched a new value menu with more than 15 entrees under $5, offering more protein-forward meals at a time when cost-conscious customers are craving ways to get the most bang for their buck.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
28 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Rituals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rituals. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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