as in procession
a body of individuals moving along in an orderly and often ceremonial way
a Fourth of July parade
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as in to march
to move along with a steady regular step especially in a group
the marching band paraded past jubilant crowds
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as in to display
to present so as to invite notice or attention
intends to parade her expensive new dress at the party
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Recent Examples of parade
Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 17 July 2025
Palm Beach County, Florida, where Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate is located, will be the site of five events, for example, including a march, a car parade and speakers talking about Lewis' legacy.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 16 July 2025
Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 9 July 2025
While enjoying the post-race festivities, the British driver was parading his trophy around the paddock and headed towards a swarm of fans on the track.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
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Noun
Disneyland marked the anniversary date of the park’s 1955 opening with marching bands, parades and fireworks on Thursday, July 17 as part of a yearlong party set to run through summer 2026.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 17 July 2025
Palm Beach County, Florida, where Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate is located, will be the site of five events, for example, including a march, a car parade and speakers talking about Lewis' legacy.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 16 July 2025
Verb
At almost all hours of the day, a frenzy of new-media personalities paraded outside the courthouse.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 9 July 2025
While enjoying the post-race festivities, the British driver was parading his trophy around the paddock and headed towards a swarm of fans on the track.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for parade
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The sheriff’s department announced the route of a procession planned for Friday afternoon to honor the three deputies killed in the explosion.—
Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
18 July 2025
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According to the outlet, the King’s youngest son, Prince Harry, is expected to walk side by side with his brother at the forefront of the processions through the streets of London.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
17 July 2025
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In videos from the scene, police officers are seen restraining people on the ground and making arrests as dozens of people march across the bridge from Cincinnati.—
Quinlan Bentley,
The Enquirer,
23 July 2025
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The friend who spoke to CNN said relatives later told him the captives were marched 200 meters to Tishreen Square, where they were lined up and executed.—
Sarah Dewberry,
CNN Money,
22 July 2025
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The artworks and photos are displayed alongside historical items, archival images, video reenactments of the Raid, and multimedia testimonials by descendants of the enslaved people who liberated themselves.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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If a face is displayed to millions of people at once, chances are someone will recognize it.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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The 53-year-old maestro of merengue strode onto the stage clad in a striking brown leather suit, complete with delicate chains and a full-fledged cowboy hat.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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Then Miguel strode onto center stage, just as Angel turned away from the sink to dry his hands on a paper towel.—
Helen Schulman,
The Atlantic,
26 June 2025
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These individuals exhibited a particularly strong reduction in stress following the exercise program.—
Anuradha Varanasi,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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At the press preview, she had been asked about her invitation to exhibit at Tokyo’s Mori Art Museum.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton sat in a suite and received the loudest ovation from the crowd when he was shown on the videoboard.—
Doug Feinberg,
Chicago Tribune,
20 July 2025
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In yet another post showing the dog — which appears to be a miniature dachshund — dozing on a rug by a fireplace, Evans revealed that her name is Lala.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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Emotions like doubt or frustration may flash across the face in a split second.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Cameras flash as Combs addresses the crowd, presiding over the scene like a master of ceremonies — or something else entirely.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
15 July 2025
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For example, open your jacket and raise or wave your arms.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
22 July 2025
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Hicks also laughed at the hysteria while waving his hands as the bat entered the tower.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
18 July 2025
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“Parade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parade. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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