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Plural
parades
1
a public event where people or vehicles orderly move forward, particularly to celebrate a holiday or special day
- The city organized a grand parade for the national holiday.
- She enjoyed the colorful floats and marching bands in the parade.
- Thousands gathered to watch the festive parade on Main Street.
- The parade featured vintage cars and performers in elaborate costumes.
- They planned to participate in the Thanksgiving Day parade.
2
a military event where military units, personnel, and equipment are displayed or marched in formation to display power or be inspected
- Soldiers marched in perfect synchronization during the Independence Day parade.
- The President attended the military parade to honor the bravery of the armed forces.
- Spectators lined the streets to watch the Victory Day parade honoring veterans.
- The military parade featured precision drills and impressive displays of weaponry.
3
a long and often showy sequence of people or things
- The awards ceremony turned into a parade of celebrities on the red carpet.
- The fashion show featured a parade of stunning outfits and models.
- The restaurant showcased a parade of gourmet dishes during the food festival.
- The company's new product line was introduced with a parade of advertisements.
- The museum's exhibit included a parade of historical artifacts.
4
a public display meant to be seen and admired
- The museum's new exhibit was a parade of ancient artifacts.
- The athlete's trophies were arranged in a parade on the mantle.
- Her garden was a parade of colorful flowers in full bloom.
- His collection of luxury cars was nothing but a parade of wealth.
- The celebrity's extravagant lifestyle was a parade for all to see.