customary
Example Sentences
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Elliot’s face twitched, but he nodded and turned to me, his hand extended for the customary handshake exchanged between cadets.
From Literature
It has become customary for presidents to release pictures of themselves in the Situation Room at momentous times during their White House terms.
From Barron's
Foley said he would refer the findings to the state attorney general and an accountability commission, as is customary.
He had a fractious relationship with New Delhi -- after taking office in 2024, he chose China for his first trip abroad, rather than the customary visit to India.
From Barron's
It was the proper response, mind you, quite customary to the particular warrior clan to which Major Puff belonged.
From Literature
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
