Sentence examples for ceremonial recognition from inspiring English sources

A fourfold division among his immediate heirs went along with ceremonial recognition of the primacy of one, who became the great khan, based first at Karakorum in Mongolia and then, after 1267, at Ta-tu (modern Peking) in China.

Four other states grant domestic partnerships with broad legal rights — bonds that some experts said carry many of the rights provided under Illinois's new legislation if not the precise ceremonial recognition suggested by civil union.

Before Mr. Dapkiunas left the podium, Ms. Veneman presented him with the ceremonial gavel in recognition of his dedicated work at the heart of the organization.

Though Speaker Nancy Pelosi gave Mr. Hastert a ceremonial office in the Capitol in recognition of his tenure as speaker, Mr. Hastert has not been a highly visible player in either politics or policy since the change in House control.

Pat Gillick also received the ceremonial title of King of Baseball from Minor League Baseball, in recognition of longtime dedication and service to professional baseball.

THE MACE Given by the town of Princeton in 1956, in recognition of Nassau Hall's 200th birthday, the ceremonial mace holds a place of honor in the academic procession.

He cruised along in the largely ceremonial Stage 20 on Sunday, holding up two fingers and a thumb, in recognition of his third Tour victory in four years.

As he began speaking, Roberts pointed to the ceremonial draping on and in front of Scalia's empty seat -- the traditional recognition for a justice who died while in active service.

In recognition of his accomplishments, he was appointed governor of the state of South Australia in 1971, a ceremonial post he held until 1976.

Remember that ceremonial mace?

The nagaswaram has gained recognition in the classical Karnatak music repertoire of the southern Indian concert stage, and it is also used in Hindu ceremonial music.