ritualize

Example Sentences

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Uncharted territory: Normally, upon the death of a pope, a highly ritualized set of traditions is set in motion, culminating in a conclave to chose a successor.

From New York Times

He said her actions incited “the entire Helter Skelter legacy that has caused permanent historical scars” and inspired at least two ritualized killings years later.

From Seattle Times

It was then, at a packed pub in Rocky Harbour, that Thomas and I, along with four other CFAs, undertook the ritualized ceremony to become honorary Newfoundlanders.

From Washington Post

The birthday cakes, the Miracle Whip lunch talk, the ritualized passing of hole punchers from one employee to another — it’s all so dead on.

From New York Times

"The Maryland Republican Party got together and committed ritualized mass suicide," top Schulz aide Doug Mayer told The New York Times.

From Salon