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as in traditional
based on customs usually handed down from a previous generation
the classical preparation of a ham for Easter
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as in authoritative
being the most accurate and apparently thorough
a writer celebrated for his classical profiles of eminent Victorians
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Times classical music critic Mark Swed was present and wrote this review, noting at the end that despite all of his contributions to the city’s cultural ecosystem, Schoenberg does not have his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
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Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2025
The Rosin Box Project, founded in 2018, consists of professional ballet dancers who are passionate about performing original works, and Art of Elan, now in its 18th season, is known for presenting innovative classical music.
—Marcia Luttrell, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 May 2025
Sons of Mystro: A free show on New Haven Green from the eclectic Black violin ensemble that plays everything from pop to hip-hop to jazz and yes, classical.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 25 May 2025
The String Queens Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook
A violin/viola/cello trio that plays everything from classical chamber pieces to old-school jazz and present-day pop, The String Queens are at The Kate on May 24 at 7 p.m. $42.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 17 May 2025
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Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2025
The Rosin Box Project, founded in 2018, consists of professional ballet dancers who are passionate about performing original works, and Art of Elan, now in its 18th season, is known for presenting innovative classical music.
—Marcia Luttrell, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 May 2025
Sons of Mystro: A free show on New Haven Green from the eclectic Black violin ensemble that plays everything from pop to hip-hop to jazz and yes, classical.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 25 May 2025
The String Queens Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook
A violin/viola/cello trio that plays everything from classical chamber pieces to old-school jazz and present-day pop, The String Queens are at The Kate on May 24 at 7 p.m. $42.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for classical
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Only your employer's profit sharing, safe harbor and matching contribution must go into the traditional 401(k) account.—
David Rae,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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The new logo replaces the club’s traditional male lion with the image of a lioness.—
Asli Pelit,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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Sharing these private details will be challenging, since authoritative Saturn and confusing Neptune will corner the sun over the next few days.—
Liz Simmons,
StyleCaster,
27 May 2025
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One 2022 study found that children raised with an authoritative parenting style were more likely to achieve academically.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
22 May 2025
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As is customary in Sri Lankan culture, the father’s first name becomes the son’s last name.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2025
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For instance, in some places in the world, a cheek kiss is customary, Mr. Hanson noted.—
Catherine Pearson,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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The 1948 Ferrari Spyder Corsa had competed in the classic Mille Miglia and Targa Florio road races in period, and had remained in the same family since new until being sold at the auction, which was part of the Concorso d’Eleganza at Hotel Villa d’Este.—
Michael Taylor,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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Practice makes perfect, and this recipe is a perfect place to start—follow our tips and tricks for making this classic Italian dish.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
27 May 2025
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Though conventional stretch offers the wearer many advantages—like asset enhancing fits and more mobility, for example—the environment pays the price as elastane is, essentially, plastic.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
23 May 2025
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On conventional comedies, actors break from time to time, and those outtakes usually end up in the credits.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
23 May 2025
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“Classical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classical. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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