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ceremonial

[ser-uh-moh-nee-uhl] / ˌsɛr əˈmoʊ ni əl /


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As princess, Bajrakitiyabha held an important ceremonial role in Thai society -- where the royal family sits at the apex.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

Lord Mandelson was beaten to the largely ceremonial role by William Hague, the former leader of the Conservative Party.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

That’s all the context necessary to appreciate Naomi Osaka removing a ceremonial black skirt and sleeveless beaded bodice ahead of her opening match at the Roland-Garros Complex this week, revealing a sequined gold playing dress.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

While the speech began in standard ceremonial form, it repeatedly shifted into unscripted commentary about the cadets themselves, including their physical appearance and fitness.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

As the Villac Uma took a tumi, a ceremonial knife, from his pouch, I noticed that the sacrifice of a llama was different without an audience to impress.

From "The Ugly One" by Leanne Statland Ellis




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