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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
The Berlin State Opera, open since the mid-18th century, presents a program that mixes pieces from different periods, including baroque, classical and contemporary.
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Valeriya Safronova, New York Times, 1 May 2025
El, 27, a nonbinary HEMA competitor originally from the Midwest, says that the sport clicked for them in ways classical fencing never did.
—Samantha Riedel, Them., 1 May 2025
Gelb was born and raised in Manhattan, the son of Peter Gelb, a long-time classical music administrator, who is currently the general manager of the Metropolitan Opera, and Donna Gelb, a food writer and recipe writer who has worked with icons including Francis Mallmann.
—Pervaiz Shallwani, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Apr. 2025
By contrast, classical music resulted in a higher average bottle price than did a random blast of the week’s top 40.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
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Valeriya Safronova, New York Times, 1 May 2025
El, 27, a nonbinary HEMA competitor originally from the Midwest, says that the sport clicked for them in ways classical fencing never did.
—Samantha Riedel, Them., 1 May 2025
Gelb was born and raised in Manhattan, the son of Peter Gelb, a long-time classical music administrator, who is currently the general manager of the Metropolitan Opera, and Donna Gelb, a food writer and recipe writer who has worked with icons including Francis Mallmann.
—Pervaiz Shallwani, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Apr. 2025
By contrast, classical music resulted in a higher average bottle price than did a random blast of the week’s top 40.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for classical
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Hepworth takes a legal-first approach as opposed to other crypto ''influencers'' or traditional financial consultants, assisting investors in understanding risk, security, and long-term wealth strategies as well as market opportunities.—
Kody Boye,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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To the extent that Substack and other venues are the new journalism, maybe tomorrow’s teachers will be thriving in places other than traditional schools.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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During her last five years as Deputy Bureau Chief, Chloe has brought her sharp editorial expertise and field experience to deliver authoritative coverage, competitive scoops and breaking news.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2025
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Despite widespread panic, Lee’s character has to look authoritative, calm and in control.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2025
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For close family and friends, between $50 and $100 is customary.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
29 Apr. 2025
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Everyone is unhinged, as is customary during a Trump presidency.—
Charles C. W. Cooke,
National Review,
28 Apr. 2025
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The no-cook meal combines a few of our favorite things—classic protein salads, fresh produce, and a few pickled components—into one treasured tradition that can instantly turn a miserably hot day into a cause for celebration.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
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Additionally, McDonald's $5 Meal Deal offers a variety of classic meals.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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In one new academic paper, an AI model was able to predict whether a cancer patient is at risk of developing wasting disease better than conventional methods.—
Alex Knapp,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Such an admission not only upsets the conventional framing of the war, but strikes at the very heart of the Vietnamese Communist Party’s own legitimacy to govern the country.—
Made by History,
Time,
30 Apr. 2025
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