customary

Definition

  • adjective: usually done in a particular situation or at a particular place or time
  • adjective: based on or established by 'custom'
  • synonyms: conventional, habitual, accustomed

Examples

  • It is 'customary' to hold the door open for someone who is entering a building behind you.

  • He did the work with his 'customary' efficiency.

  • She dressed in her 'customary' fashion.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Judah. I know what this is! This is a Senet board. - How much for this? - Five shekels. A Zealot, and that he will be subject today to the customary punishment of crucifixion. - MAN: No! - May his punishment stand as a warning. - Ah, the Zealots. - All they want is freedom. And at what cost? (..)
    2016 Ben-Hur
  • (..) against a strong field. I'm not betting the field. I'm betting that my driver will be victorious over Messala. A bet like that's not customary. And it's not appropriate. Not appropriate for who? All of those citizens who stand to gain when you beat my man? You will beat him, won't you? (..)
    2016 Ben-Hur