as in holiness
the quality or state of being spiritually pure or virtuous
the sanctity of the elderly nun shone through in her every word and gesture
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Recent Examples of sanctity
While the hashtag isn’t as prevalent today, the need for Black women to find a sense of respite continues to swell; every day we are given new reminders of how little regard every other group of people has for our sanctity.
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Iyana Robertson, Essence, 24 Sep. 2025
Bondi's remarks have been met with vitriol from people on both sides of the political aisle, with many quoting Kirk's own words and sentiments regarding the sanctity of free speech.
—Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
The existential gripes from older generations about the sanctity of live show experiences seem to misunderstand the moment.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 9 Sep. 2025
In this realization of sanctity and wisdom, de León establishes a link to the Song of Songs and suggests that even those who are empty are filled with the commandments, like the pomegranate.
—Demir Alp, JSTOR Daily, 29 Aug. 2025
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Iyana Robertson, Essence, 24 Sep. 2025
Bondi's remarks have been met with vitriol from people on both sides of the political aisle, with many quoting Kirk's own words and sentiments regarding the sanctity of free speech.
—Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
The existential gripes from older generations about the sanctity of live show experiences seem to misunderstand the moment.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 9 Sep. 2025
In this realization of sanctity and wisdom, de León establishes a link to the Song of Songs and suggests that even those who are empty are filled with the commandments, like the pomegranate.
—Demir Alp, JSTOR Daily, 29 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sanctity
Noun
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This was the difference between chasing holiness and choosing wholeness.—
Timothy Schraeder Rodriguez,
Time,
8 Oct. 2025
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True holiness can come from deep friendship.—
Jason DeRose,
NPR,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Forest guides tend to originate from two backgrounds—either mental health or spirituality.—
Blair Braverman,
Outside,
6 Oct. 2025
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Over the years, Kahn has seen her friend’s spirituality and connection to others deepen.—
Romina Ruiz-Goiriena,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Sanctity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sanctity. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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