honourable tradition
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A long-established custom or belief that is respected and continued.
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- It is an honourable tradition in our family to serve the community.
- The university upholds the honourable tradition of academic freedom.
- Continuing the honourable tradition of their founders, the charity provides aid to those in need.
- The legal profession has an honourable tradition of defending the innocent.
- He felt proud to be part of the military's honourable tradition of service and sacrifice.
- The new mayor promised to maintain the city's honourable tradition of transparent governance.
- Passing down craftsmanship from one generation to the next is a truly honourable tradition.
- Although it seems old-fashioned, shaking hands to seal a deal remains an honourable tradition in business.
- The awards ceremony is an honourable tradition that recognizes outstanding achievements in the field.
- Some argue that the practice, for all its flaws, represents an honourable tradition of national pride.