ritual
noun
an established or prescribed procedure for a religious or other rite.
rituals
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pluralof ritual.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The practice echoes the burning of incense in Buddhist rituals, though pine's sharp natural scent makes it stand out from the aromatic powders used in joss sticks.
From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026
Voda Spa pairs traditional Russian bathhouse rituals with a contemporary approach.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2026
Perhaps separating their writing rituals has helped them last.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026
The film’s multigenerational story touches on the cultural inheritance passed between mothers, daughters and grandmothers — whether through old traditions or ordinary rituals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026
“Everybody does rituals, Mr. Mathabane,” my mother said.
From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane
