customary
Example Sentences
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‘As you know, in the Jewish religion, it’s customary to lay stones on a loved one’s grave,’ Bubbe replies.
From Literature
Customers who truly value the service often leave more than the customary amount.
From Science Daily
Elliot’s face twitched, but he nodded and turned to me, his hand extended for the customary handshake exchanged between cadets.
From Literature
It has become customary for presidents to release pictures of themselves in the Situation Room at momentous times during their White House terms.
From Barron's
Foley said he would refer the findings to the state attorney general and an accountability commission, as is customary.
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