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as in traditional
based on customs usually handed down from a previous generation
the classical preparation of a ham for Easter
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as in authoritative
being the most accurate and apparently thorough
a writer celebrated for his classical profiles of eminent Victorians
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Recent Examples of classical
Kehinde Wiley, who is known for rethinking classical portraiture by introducing contemporary Black people into a domain dominated for centuries by rich white men.
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Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 12 July 2025
This referred to the classical bent of his work; Poiret was a champion of the uncorseted, natural up-and-down lines of the body.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 7 July 2025
Most of the lithium in our solar system and the wider Milky Way galaxy comes from classical nova explosions like V572 Velorum and V462 Lupi, according to a paper published in 2020.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
Although their identities remain anonymous for now, the outlet reported various facts such as more members of the jury label themselves listeners of classical music rather than Hip-Hop.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 30 June 2025
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Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 12 July 2025
This referred to the classical bent of his work; Poiret was a champion of the uncorseted, natural up-and-down lines of the body.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 7 July 2025
Most of the lithium in our solar system and the wider Milky Way galaxy comes from classical nova explosions like V572 Velorum and V462 Lupi, according to a paper published in 2020.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
Although their identities remain anonymous for now, the outlet reported various facts such as more members of the jury label themselves listeners of classical music rather than Hip-Hop.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for classical
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An additional 18 pot still whiskeys won Gold, demonstrating that Ireland’s most traditional whiskey style continues to elevate the standards for flavor, complexity, and craftsmanship.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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And believe it or not, plenty are genuinely comfortable, holding their own against traditional footwear.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
15 July 2025
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The authoritative record of NPR’s programming is the audio record.—
Steve Inskeep,
NPR,
14 July 2025
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There’s an authoritative front grille and bumper, and revised rear tail lights.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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The court did not explain its decision in favor of Trump, as is customary in emergency appeals.—
Mark Sherman,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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In a sport where sunglasses haven’t been customary on the pro tour, RIA Eyewear entered the space five years ago with a tennis-specific lens and frame, steadily building a bridge between the world of tennis and sunglasses.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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The West Hollywood 24/7 drive-in has 80 Tesla charging stations and serves classic American diner food — biscuits and gravy, burgers, fries, tuna melts and milkshakes, to name a few of its menu items.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
26 July 2025
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The original 1944 Mai Tai is just rum, lime, orange liqueur and almond—tart and bracing, and among the strongest of the classic cocktails.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
26 July 2025
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Dongfang, which enjoyed a 45% share in the conventional hydropower market, could rake in as much as 54 billion yuan from the new project, according to Lau.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
23 July 2025
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The Male Opportunity Here’s where conventional understanding of resale may miss the mark: men are driving resale adoption more aggressively than women.—
Kristen Classi-Zummo,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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“Classical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classical. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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