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a building for public worship and especially Christian worship
the largest temple in the Gothic style in the country
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Recent Examples of temple
Handmade in Japan, Akoni styles often feature titanium, plus proprietary hinges, screws, side shields, and adjustable temples that echo the intricate inner workings of timepieces.
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Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 9 Nov. 2025
The campaign started early outside of Hindu temples, mosques and weekly street and cultural events, Singh said.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
On lab bench after lab bench in the Science headquarters, researchers are working on a second--generation Prima system in which the hardware currently in the brick will be miniaturized and housed in the glasses’ temple bars.
—Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
After a precruise stay at the Ritz-Carlton Osaka, the itinerary includes private performances by Kodo taiko drummers and geishas, strolls among cherry blossoms and bonsai trees, and visits to castles and temples, such as the Golden Pavilion in Kyoto.
—Fran Golden, AFAR Media, 6 Nov. 2025
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Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 9 Nov. 2025
The campaign started early outside of Hindu temples, mosques and weekly street and cultural events, Singh said.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
On lab bench after lab bench in the Science headquarters, researchers are working on a second--generation Prima system in which the hardware currently in the brick will be miniaturized and housed in the glasses’ temple bars.
—Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
After a precruise stay at the Ritz-Carlton Osaka, the itinerary includes private performances by Kodo taiko drummers and geishas, strolls among cherry blossoms and bonsai trees, and visits to castles and temples, such as the Golden Pavilion in Kyoto.
—Fran Golden, AFAR Media, 6 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for temple
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Passengers attended a California church camp The fire department said the bus was returning to Orange County after passengers attended a church camp in the San Bernardino Mountains near Angelus Oaks, a small community surrounded by the San Bernardino National Forest.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
11 Nov. 2025
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After Pope Francis died on April 21, Benitez was inspired by Father James Martin’s appearance on GMA, who talked about the church leader’s more progressive views.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
11 Nov. 2025
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The Friends of Notre-Dame de Paris, a nonprofit founded in 2017, has led international fundraising efforts to rebuild and restore the cathedral.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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As Lorentz tied the knot with his bride Jade, the cathedral was filled with bright lights, candles and statues.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
3 Nov. 2025
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His appointment to the chapel role comes amid ongoing scrutiny of his behavior since his arrival.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
11 Nov. 2025
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Santa Fe Christian middle and high school students recently had a very special guest in chapel.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Nov. 2025
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What was public was the box, a small tabernacle on the sidewalk, and the tears that were sneaking up on me.—
James Marcus,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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Renovation plans to this tabernacle feature a mental wellness center and a workout room.—
Sam Cohn,
Baltimore Sun,
27 June 2025
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“Temple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/temple. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.
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