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customary

[kuhs-tuh-mer-ee] / ˈkʌs təˌmɛr i /


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He wrote about the rituals of chanting and synchronised clapping with his customary scientific insight.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

But there is not a clear understanding of what constitutes a customary level of service.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

It said the release was taking place "in the context of the religious celebrations of Holy Week, which is a customary practice in our criminal justice system".

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Because SpaceX filed its paperwork confidentially, as is customary these days, most investors will have to wait until closer to the IPO to see the company’s financial performance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Was this a customary incident in the life of a solicitor’s clerk sent out to explain the purchase of a London estate to a foreigner?

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker




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