ceremonial

Example Sentences

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Maize held enormous cultural importance for the Inca and was used to make ceremonial fermented beer called 'chicha'.

From Science Daily

“The next supreme leader will be mostly ceremonial.”

From The Wall Street Journal

But Beethoven also questions every sentiment in the Mass. Grandeur can so suddenly turn solemn that it feels almost a ceremonial sleight of hand.

From Los Angeles Times

Nor do they serve a ceremonial role or exist to do the executive branch’s bidding.

From The Wall Street Journal

To “lie in honor” is a rare ceremonial distinction granted to private citizens whose remains are placed in the Capitol Rotunda for public viewing.

From Salon