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ceremony

[ser-uh-moh-nee] / ˈsɛr əˌmoʊ ni /




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The Aug. 28 ceremony will recognize the crew's role in advancing NASA's Artemis program and returning astronauts to deep space.

From Science Daily Aug. 24, 2026

“When love is the way, there’s plenty of room for all of God’s children,” Curry said during the ceremony.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 24, 2026

The overall winners' trophy was presented by Macron at the EWC closing ceremony after it was brought on to the stage by footballer Cristiano Ronaldo.

From BBC Aug. 24, 2026

Reporters had been invited to cover the groundbreaking for a new training facility for missile operators, but missed the ceremony because of the incident at the gate.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 21, 2026

I know this is a religious ceremony, but the phrase that pops into my head comes from the Indy 500: Gentlemen, start your engines...

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman

They are valuable gifts, often given to show respect, appreciation and goodwill and are associated with important occasions such as traditional weddings, family celebrations and ceremonies honouring elders or special guests.

From BBC Aug. 17, 2026

Riot Fest, a punk and alternative-music festival in Chicago, allowed a few onstage ceremonies before demand prompted it to install a chapel.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 14, 2026

"They recruited US citizens to engage in sham marriages, arranged sham wedding ceremonies complete with officiants, wedding attire, photographers, and attendees," McDonald said.

From Barron's Aug. 12, 2026

It was a fairly typical day in Kaye’s courtroom, and he was looking forward to one of his favorite activities — graduation ceremonies for people who completed the treatment plan he was describing.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 29, 2026

Effie, Haymitch, Cinna, Portia, and Peeta are all there, talking about the opening ceremonies, I suppose.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins




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