ceremonial

Example Sentences

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The ceremonial state opening of Parliament to mark the start of the new session takes place just days after elections in England, Scotland and Wales on 7 May.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

“It’s more of an approval, ceremonial role,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

Team Italy, for example, celebrated home runs by donning an Armani jacket in the dugout and taking a ceremonial shot of espresso.

From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026

Herzog, whose role is mainly ceremonial, welcomed the proposal as a "very positive development".

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

A spectacular ceremonial sword is buckled around his waist.

From "Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever" by Bill O'Reilly