desecration
noun
des·e·cra·tion
ˌde-si-ˈkrā-shən 
: an act or instance of desecrating : the state of being desecrated
Examples of desecration in a Sentence
the communicants were aghast at the desecration of the altar
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The Tesla’s desecration follows a vandalism spree in Queens that saw religious centers, homes and vehicles defiled with swastikas and antisemitic slogans last month.
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Barry Williams,
New York Daily News,
26 June 2026
However, the Supreme Court in several cases has struck down any improper use or desecration of the flag on the grounds of free speech, according to the Library of Congress’ most frequently asked questions about flag law.
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Darleene Powells,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
He was charged in Linn County, Kansas with interference with law enforcement, criminal desecration and having a vicious dog at large.
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Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
2 June 2026
Some scientists worry that extracting resources from the moon could jeopardize research, while many Indigenous nations see the moon as sacred and are against any desecration.
—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
27 May 2026
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Barry Williams,
New York Daily News,
26 June 2026
However, the Supreme Court in several cases has struck down any improper use or desecration of the flag on the grounds of free speech, according to the Library of Congress’ most frequently asked questions about flag law.
—
Darleene Powells,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
He was charged in Linn County, Kansas with interference with law enforcement, criminal desecration and having a vicious dog at large.
—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
2 June 2026
Some scientists worry that extracting resources from the moon could jeopardize research, while many Indigenous nations see the moon as sacred and are against any desecration.
—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
27 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for desecration
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“Desecration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/desecration. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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