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Recent Examples of canonical
Yet there is nothing eternal or canonical or irreversible about this system.
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Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 23 Apr. 2026
Regardless, the influence of Amazing Stories’ founding in 1926 radiated throughout the genre’s history like the light through Bradbury’s grandparents’ window, with authors who had their debut in Amazing Stories running the canonical gamut from Asimov to Zelzany.
—Literary Hub, 10 Apr. 2026
Although required oaths—such as allegiance to the sovereign and canonical obedience—are taken at the earlier election and confirmation ceremonies, the installation service does include a number of formal declarations or reaffirmations connected to the archbishop’s ministry.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 25 Mar. 2026
In a manner that feels prototypical of the plant’s subsequent valorization across other cultures, the cucumber makes an appearance in the Rigveda, an ancient collection of Sanskrit hymns belonging to the canonical Hindu tradition.
—Andrés Muedano, JSTOR Daily, 25 Mar. 2026
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Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 23 Apr. 2026
Regardless, the influence of Amazing Stories’ founding in 1926 radiated throughout the genre’s history like the light through Bradbury’s grandparents’ window, with authors who had their debut in Amazing Stories running the canonical gamut from Asimov to Zelzany.
—Literary Hub, 10 Apr. 2026
Although required oaths—such as allegiance to the sovereign and canonical obedience—are taken at the earlier election and confirmation ceremonies, the installation service does include a number of formal declarations or reaffirmations connected to the archbishop’s ministry.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 25 Mar. 2026
In a manner that feels prototypical of the plant’s subsequent valorization across other cultures, the cucumber makes an appearance in the Rigveda, an ancient collection of Sanskrit hymns belonging to the canonical Hindu tradition.
—Andrés Muedano, JSTOR Daily, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for canonical
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Ciro de Luca/Pool via REUTERS Ciro de Luca / Pool via REUTERS Spanish media said the pope would speak later on Monday with victims at the Vatican embassy in Madrid, formally known as the apostolic nunciature.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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On June 2, 1979, Pope John Paul II set out from Rome on an apostolic journey, as papal trips away from the Vatican are called.—
Paul Elie,
New Yorker,
8 May 2026
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That means authoritative profiles, press features in credible outlets, optimized social channels, Wikipedia presence where warranted, video, and review acquisition on the platforms that actually matter for the client's industry.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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First filmed before the pandemic and launched in its throes, a survivor of the era of streaming wars, corporate consolidation and Hollywood strikes, HBO’s addictively dissolute workplace drama remains as ambitious and authoritative as ever.—
Matt Brennan,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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The last two papal trips have seen dramatic, unscheduled moments.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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Fra Giovanni da Pian del Carpine, who was a medieval Italian Franciscan friar and explorer in 1244 went to Mongolia [as a papal ambassador].—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
13 June 2026
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In order to legally operate his drone, Ordonez needed to have the aircraft registered with the Federal Aviation Administration and been a licensed drone pilot, among other requirements.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
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If the state collected more than $29 million each year, the overage was to be refunded to the casinos and licensed gaming companies.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
18 June 2026
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On New Year’s Eve in 1996, Christou followed Deadbeat with a club at a former Episcopal church that was built in 1865.—
Max Scheinblum,
Denver Post,
26 Feb. 2026
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Jackson is an Episcopal priest, theological educator and former Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida executive.—
Beth Reese Cravey,
Florida Times-Union,
6 Feb. 2026
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The compensation plan that was passed at the June 15 board trustee meeting includes a $60,000 starting salary for certified teachers.—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
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Without attorneys or a certified mail tracking number, Mollica may have been out of luck.—
Christie Thompson,
NPR,
17 June 2026
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Due to a clerical error by the studio, Hamm was submitted in the guest actor in a drama series category for his performance as Paul Marks in the show’s fourth season.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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Valdez, who has Mexican and Native American heritage, credits her activism in a union of Columbia clerical workers and political involvement with the Democratic Socialists of America with giving her a sense of power and control over her own life.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
11 June 2026
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Under the current law, judges must presume mental illness was a factor if a defendant with a legitimate diagnosis seeks diversion.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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There was legitimate buzz — much of it centered on 22-year-old San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama, who appears destined to become the next face of the league when LeBron James and Stephen Curry retire.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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“Canonical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canonical. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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