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as in process
forward movement in time or place
watched the constant procession of cars headed out of the city at the start of the weekend
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Recent Examples of procession
And where the original Hollow Knight sent you plunging into the black depths of Hallownest, Silksong drives Hornet upward, scaling Pharloom alongside a procession of bug-like pilgrims, all drawn to the looming holy Citadel above.
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Keller Gordon, NPR, 8 Sep. 2025
The outlet reported that Harry is expected to walk side by side with his brother at the forefront of the processions through the streets of London.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 8 Sep. 2025
Rome — The Church of the Gesù in central Rome was packed, as a procession with a cross in rainbow colors moved up the central aisle.
—Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2025
The vision of Buckley as its leader that emerges from his narrative is one not of a commanding general but of a baton twirler at the head of a long procession.
—Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
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Keller Gordon, NPR, 8 Sep. 2025
The outlet reported that Harry is expected to walk side by side with his brother at the forefront of the processions through the streets of London.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 8 Sep. 2025
Rome — The Church of the Gesù in central Rome was packed, as a procession with a cross in rainbow colors moved up the central aisle.
—Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2025
The vision of Buckley as its leader that emerges from his narrative is one not of a commanding general but of a baton twirler at the head of a long procession.
—Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for procession
Recent Examples of Synonyms for procession
Noun
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The scans after the victory parade revealed everything Bronze had expected.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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The ten day adult party is a true Key West creative explosion, featuring a marathon of parties, parades, handmade costumes, headdresses, street fair food, and tropical island energy.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Look for opportunities to plug CCU into existing processes with minimal disruption.—
Peter Bendor-Samuel,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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The dating technique used on the eggs, known more formally as carbonate uranium-lead, or U-Pb, dating, is a common process for determining the age of carbonate minerals — those containing calcium, iron, manganese and magnesium.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Lifestyles changes such as eating better, being more physically active and abstaining from alcohol may halt or even reverse the progression of MASH.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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This allows the wingers to block passes into wide areas while also preventing progression through the centre of the pitch.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Richardson, while still a work in progress, wasn’t used at all.—
Mike Kaye
September 10,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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Some things are better, some are still in progress.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Thanks to advances in the category—stronger adhesive, sleeker designs, more varied sizing—fake nails have never looked better and lasted longer.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Liquid-fuel challenges and advances Liquid-fuel ICBMs are known for their heavy payloads and extended range but are traditionally difficult to maintain in a constant state of readiness.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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An opportunity for career advancement presents itself as the sun and Mercury align.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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That march was capped by a 2-yard Josh Jacobs touchdown run.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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In Shoreline, Washington, there will be sign-waving and a march as well as a Back-to-School Drive to collect supplies for local students.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Procession.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/procession. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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