tradition
noun
the handing down of statements, beliefs, legends, customs, information, etc., from generation to generation, especially by word of mouth or by practice.
traditions
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pluralof tradition.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"These arrangements work when we engage as true partners that respect each other's traditions and sovereignty," Carney told the small room of financial powerbrokers, hours after President Donald Trump imposed new tariffs on Canada.
From Barron's ● Sep. 15, 2026
"These arrangements work when we engage as true partners that respect each other's traditions and sovereignty," Carney told attendees at a luxury hotel in central Toronto.
From Barron's ● Sep. 15, 2026
The real attraction here is the sisterly camaraderie, the wacky family traditions like “midnight margaritas,” and the cuddly allure of all things feminine.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
Pegula suggested some of the friction may simply be newcomers learning those traditions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2026
African-American traditions are so basic to popular music that they are generally not included in World music, but other North American traditions, such as Native American and Cajun traditions, sometimes are.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
