1
as in customary
based on customs usually handed down from a previous generation
a traditional Passover meal at his grandparents' house
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2
as in conservative
tending to favor established ideas, conditions, or institutions
a family that is very traditional when it comes to institutions like marriage
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Recent Examples of traditional
Amenities: Restaurant, bar, pool, beachfront access, communal lounge areas, yoga pavilion
Editor’s Tip: Try a traditional ouzo at the bar at sunset.
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Monica Mendal, Vogue, 15 July 2025
One way to accomplish this is by combining traditional siding with complementary materials like brick, metal, or stone, the James Hardie expert suggests.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2025
The left-handed bat seems to have a more traditional torpedo shape.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 15 July 2025
From puberty to post-menopause, hormones significantly impact women's health experiences—yet they're often dismissed, misunderstood, or inadequately addressed in traditional healthcare settings.
—Essence, 7 July 2025
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Monica Mendal, Vogue, 15 July 2025
One way to accomplish this is by combining traditional siding with complementary materials like brick, metal, or stone, the James Hardie expert suggests.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2025
The left-handed bat seems to have a more traditional torpedo shape.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 15 July 2025
From puberty to post-menopause, hormones significantly impact women's health experiences—yet they're often dismissed, misunderstood, or inadequately addressed in traditional healthcare settings.
—Essence, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for traditional
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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 Real Source of Risk The GENIUS Act actually tightens the relationship between money and its underlying assets, making the monetary system arguably more conservative and perhaps more rigid.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Edwin Feulner, founder and longtime president of the influential U.S. conservative think tank the Heritage Foundation, has died, the foundation announced in a statement.—
Reuters,
USA Today,
21 July 2025
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This means the country's Royal Air Force could join NATO's dual capable aircraft fleet, featuring jets certified to carry American tactical nuclear weapons as well as conventional bombs and missiles.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 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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Funds could support conservative seminaries like Nashotah House, a conservative seminary in the Anglican tradition, or pastors from the Conservative Congregational Christian Conference, ensuring orthodox leadership for historic churches.—
The Rev. Jake Dell,
Hartford Courant,
7 July 2025
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The religious advisory board includes Christian and Jewish members from traditions including Catholicism, evangelicalism, Greek Orthodox Christianity and orthodox Judaism.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
17 June 2025
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Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition Revives an RPG Classic Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition is an excellent game for fans of classical high-fantasy D&D.—
David Jagneaux,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Put on some classical music or the TV to drown out outside distractions and help calm them.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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As usual, Trump did most of the talking, but Rutte was clearly on board and confirmed key details.—
Daniel Fried,
Time,
15 July 2025
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For deeper repair, apply generously as an overnight scalp and hair mask, then wash and style as usual the next day.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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Supporters say the bill aims to protect historical monuments, not restrict peaceful protest.—
Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
25 July 2025
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The story, though grounded in historical realities, soars with imagination.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
24 July 2025
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“Traditional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/traditional. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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