ceremony
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The UK's first annual national day for those impacted by terrorism was marked today in a ceremony that took place in London.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 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
Our request to speak to people at the opening ceremony was refused; we were told no media were allowed to enter the settlement today.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
He expressed frustration with a perceived lag in the arrival of aid while the nation celebrated Independence Day with pomp and ceremony in the capital Jakarta.
From Barron's ● Aug. 17, 2026
For the Imuget ceremony, each new warrior selects another warrior who he feels will be a trusted friend forever, one he can confide in during times of hardship and times of happiness.
From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola
Amir, a 55-year-old pick-up driver, has been attending the Arbaeen ceremonies in Iraq for years, but said that this time is different.
From Barron's ● Aug. 1, 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
Tuesday’s memorial ceremonies for Sen. Lindsey Graham were a rare moment of amity in today’s bitter politics of Washington.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
Tyson lent his name to the academy for $1 a year, has appeared at ceremonies for the school and given motivational speeches to students.
From Salon ● Jul. 27, 2026
I'm not dressed for this, but Madrina always has a wide, flowing white skirt for any newcomers to these ceremonies.
From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi
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