as in trio
a group of three read novels and poetry produced by that sisterly trinity of English literature: Charlotte, Anne, and Emily Brontë

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Recent Examples of trinity Tender, fresh okra and holy trinity pepper, onions, and celery add a lovely contrast of texture while contributing pops of color. Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2025 The power of an abiding trinity is also not lost on Winter, who will be interacting with three women in their sixties and beyond, the ardor of long lives adding dimension to the dance. Guillermo Perez, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2025 That’s the holy trinity of the liberal tradition. Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 23 Sep. 2025 Alongside framing a poetics of wonder and wander, the writings across this trinity of works give us glimpses into how the world taught Oliver to love, a generosity revealed in what has sometimes been seen as lack. Natalie Diaz september 11, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
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Noun
  • Nuno’s emphasis on compactness without possession meant West Ham’s midfield often sat much closer to their defensive colleagues, leaving the attacking trio of Crysencio Summerville, Callum Wilson and Jarrod Bowen stranded higher up the pitch.
    Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
  • Plus, the full scent trio of two candles and a diffuser will run you less than $75 with sale prices.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 10 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • All three nuclear powers have established their own nuclear triad, consisting of ICBMs, submarines armed with ballistic missiles and nuclear-capable aircraft, which ensure their forces can survive a first strike and retaliate, thereby deterring a nuclear attack.
    Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
  • Even America’s first full-length film, an adaptation of Victor Hugo’s Les Misérables, featured the age-old romantic triad.
    John Ortved, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2025

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“Trinity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trinity. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.

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