Today, however, deeds are 'instruments in solemn form' which require the author's signature and a number of attesting witnesses.

The third issue is the precise mode of service on the defendant, and in particular whether it is service in solemn form or 'simple delivery'.

The Gregorian melodies exist both in elaborate solemn forms and simplified versions.

Apostolic constitutions are issued as Papal bulls due to their solemn, public form.

The Doctor went through a solemn form of introduction, adding, for the benefit of both parties, 'You must try to like each other for my sake.'

The stiff and solemn form of the Count Muffat had appeared behind the empress.

In the most solemn form of marriage, confarreatio, the bride and groom shared a cake made of far, the ancient wheat-type particularly associated with Ceres.

The solemn form of Eastern Christian anointing requires the ministry of seven priests.

For that instant they become solemn, brooding forms that dominate the world around them.

This introduces several movements seen later in more solemn form when she dances with the prince at the ball.