rite of passage
Example Sentences
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It’s a rite of passage, a sort of welcoming into the family.
From Salon
Going public was long considered a rite of passage for young companies.
In May, the group held Altadena Girls Prom for those who missed out on the rite of passage due to the fire.
From Los Angeles Times
She turned 13 just a few weeks ago and opening an Instagram account was a rite of passage for her.
From BBC
For Californians, crossing the fabled Donner Pass and descending to Lake Tahoe is one of those essential rites of passage.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
