accepted custom

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A traditional and widely accepted way of behaving or doing something that is specific to a particular society, place, or time.

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  • Shaking hands is an accepted custom in many Western cultures.
  • Shaking hands is an accepted custom in many Western cultures.
  • In ancient Rome, it was an accepted custom to offer sacrifices to the gods.
  • In the 18th century, it was an accepted custom for gentlemen to wear powdered wigs.
  • Is giving a tip still an accepted custom in this country?
  • The practice has evolved into a legally accepted custom that is hard to change.
  • She challenged the long-accepted custom of arranged marriages.
  • Bowing as a sign of respect is a widely accepted custom in many parts of Asia.
  • Exchanging business cards is an accepted custom when meeting new clients in Japan.
  • It is an accepted custom to bring a small gift when visiting someone's home.
  • The practice has evolved into a widely accepted custom over several centuries.
  • While it might seem unusual, tipping service staff has become an accepted custom worldwide.
  • What was once an accepted custom may no longer be appropriate in modern society.
  • The new policy quickly became an accepted custom within the company.
  • If you travel abroad, it's important to learn about the local accepted customs.
  • Is it an accepted custom to bargain over prices in the local markets here?
  • This behavior goes against every accepted custom of our community.
  • Celebrating the harvest with a large feast is an accepted custom in this rural community.
  • Following the accepted custom of removing one's shoes before entering a home shows respect.
  • This was once an accepted custom, but modern society now views it as outdated.