rite
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The same goes for the twins, who see their revenge as a spiritual rite.
From Salon • May 19, 2026
Earlier this month, while Cinco de Mayo revelers were swan-diving into pitchers of margaritas, a few dozen diners gathered in Brooklyn, N.Y., to celebrate a more wholesome annual rite: the arrival of ramp season.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
“Prom is more than a dance, it’s a rite of passage. This event reminds young people that they are worthy of celebration, belonging and bright futures,” Lewis said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026
Lindblad's so new to the sport that he hasn't even taken part in what's become a rite of passage for F1 drivers – introducing himself to the Drive to Survive cameras.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
There is what the rite and ritual stand for.
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
Vocabulary lists containing rite
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The Balcony Scene from "Romeo and Juliet"
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A Midsummer Night's Dream
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