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convention

noun as in practice, tradition

noun as in agreement

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Every artist is expected to either shake off or renovate convention.

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But two-thirds of countries signed up to the UN climate convention must be present for decisions to be made, according to UN rules.

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At times, it looks like a convention of nodding dogs.

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Any foreign vessel operating in British waters must comply with UK national laws and international maritime conventions.

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By longstanding convention, the Lebanese army stays out of the Palestinian camps and leaves Palestinian factions to handle security.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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