The concept of raionirovanie was met with resistance in some republics, especially in Ukraine, where local leaders objected to the concept of raions as being too centralized in nature and ignoring the local customs.

He understood what he was considering: a break in his family's line, ignoring the customs that had kept the Aurian genes from dissipating.

Young people, however, tend to ignore the customs of their elders.

"If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay at home."