1.   But those are ceremonial events in which citizens reaffirm their surrender of sovereignty and their carelessness of their personal autonomy.

2.   Included has been everything from presiding over ceremonial events in Washington to making tours of flooded areas in the Midwest.

3.   A State of the Union address is a major ceremonial event on Capitol Hill.

4.   Crowning the Open champion on Sunday is a ceremonial event on par with weddings, christenings, clan get-togethers.

5.   In Metlakatla, passengers can see development of native arts and crafts as well as ceremonial events and dances.

6.   It was, she conceded, a ceremonial event.

7.   Most prominent Republicans were expected to sit the festivities out quietly, save the ceremonial bipartisan events that accompany any oath of office.

8.   On several occasions, Weaver took business associates to the White House to meet with Herman or attend policy briefings and ceremonial events.

9.   The ceremonial events will have to wait a little longer.

10.   The old palace is used mostly for ceremonial events, such as welcoming visiting dignitaries.