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as in rule
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 folklore
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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Copy Facebook Pinterest Twitter Standing before a field carpeted with flowers is a beloved, awe-inspiring tradition around the world.
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Ashlea Halpern, AFAR Media, 6 Mar. 2025
Though usually held at a mosque or home, the university’s iftar (hosted with support from the Jaffer Center for Muslim World Studies) allowed for non-Muslims — including FIU students and faculty — to join in on the tradition.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2025
Featuring hundreds of reindeer skulls hung in a curtain, the installation commented on the cull decreed by the Norwegian Reindeer Herding Act, which goes against Sámi traditions.
—News Desk, Artforum, 6 Mar. 2025
The facade of the space is Kumiko-inspired, envisioned by renowned Japanese architect Yuko Nagayama, serving as a symbolic bridge between tradition and modernity.
—Thomas Waller, WWD, 5 Mar. 2025
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Ashlea Halpern, AFAR Media, 6 Mar. 2025
Though usually held at a mosque or home, the university’s iftar (hosted with support from the Jaffer Center for Muslim World Studies) allowed for non-Muslims — including FIU students and faculty — to join in on the tradition.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2025
Featuring hundreds of reindeer skulls hung in a curtain, the installation commented on the cull decreed by the Norwegian Reindeer Herding Act, which goes against Sámi traditions.
—News Desk, Artforum, 6 Mar. 2025
The facade of the space is Kumiko-inspired, envisioned by renowned Japanese architect Yuko Nagayama, serving as a symbolic bridge between tradition and modernity.
—Thomas Waller, WWD, 5 Mar. 2025
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Under a rule adopted by the Hall's board of directors in 1991, anyone on the permanently ineligible list can't be considered for election to the Hall.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
2 Mar. 2025
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Under a rule the Hall’s board of directors adopted in 1991, anyone on the permanently ineligible list can’t be considered for election to the Hall.—
Jay Cohen,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2025
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His designs explore a mixture of Filipino and Western dark folklore, blending elements like bat wings and vampire aesthetics with streetwear and menswear.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Mexico beachgoers were treated to a rare sighting earlier this month of a shimmering oarfish, native to the deep sea and seen in Japanese folklore as a signal of impending doom.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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Fittingly for this mission, in mythology, Athena is Artemis' half-sister.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
25 Feb. 2025
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In Japanese mythology, oarfish are viewed as harbingers of doom, signaling impending earthquakes.—
Amanda Holpuch,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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Who killed Lottie in Yellowjackets? Lottie’s death still remains a mystery, but in true Yellowjackets lore, there could be more than meets the eye.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
28 Feb. 2025
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That includes the difficulty of introducing new players to a series using tons of existing lore from a game a decade ago.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Minister of state for textiles Pabitra Margherita walked the ramp in a showcase of India’s sustainable heritage weaves, titled ‘Earthloom – Threads of Heritage’.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Mar. 2025
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Five designers shaped the interiors, layering different moods and textures with a warm, refined palette that pays homage to Dubai’s heritage.—
Katharina Kotrba,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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Golf legend Annika Sorenstam has endorsed sports administrator Larry Scott for the position of LPGA Commissioner.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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Hosted by radio legend Nic Harcourt, with interviews by Lyndsey Parker and Steve Baltin, the livestream will highlight iconic Los Angeles artists and legendary songs inspired by the city.—
Andrea Zarczynski,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Tradition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tradition. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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