ceremonial

Example Sentences

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The Angels celebrated their 2026 home opener on Friday, and the fans booed the ceremonial first pitch.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

The third invitation she accepted was also sports-related: throwing out the ceremonial pitch at a Red Sox game—despite the fact that she grew up rooting for the Yankees.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

Ultimately both were given assurances that they would be able to carry on their ceremonial roles in events such as the state opening of Parliament, which is happening in May.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Earlier in the day, they had a carriage ride and inspected a ceremonial guard of honour.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

Now, however, we were at the ceremonial crossroads between our infantilization and our investiture with life-and-death powers.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover