The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word CEREMONIES
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More clues leading to the result CEREMONIES
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The straight part
We know that "Rituals" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case rituals = ceremonies.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does CEREMONIES mean?
CEREMONIES noun- A ritual, with religious or cultural significance.
- An official gathering to celebrate, commemorate, or otherwise mark some event.
- A formal socially established behaviour, often in relation to people of different ranks; formality.
- Show of magnificence, display, ostentation.
- An accessory or object associated with a ritual.
- An omen or portent.