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ritual

[rich-oo-uhl] / ˈrɪtʃ u əl /


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“It’s a beautiful spring ritual to engage with,” said Ana Caballero, the chef de cuisine at Her Place Supper Club in Philadelphia, which has an ever-changing seasonal menu.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

It might seem like it would be more sensible for this ritual to take place after the game, for the victors to stage a triumphant, high-style parade and for everyone else to slink out, unnoticed.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

This ritual lasted an entire night and involved burning small figures made of wax and clay while an exorcist recited specific incantations.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

It’s just a way of closing the ritual.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

After that particular ritual was over, Oliver leaned down and pulled out the bag of cookies his mom had made for their family.

From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser




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