Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of catacomb
One morning the four of us climbed the bell tower of the Monolithic church in Saint-Emilion, a medieval marvel, then descended, following a guide, into the subterranean nave and catacombs.
—
Jo Rodgers, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Dec. 2024
One Studios’ If Pigs Could Talk and Newen’s exploration of the Paris catacombs.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2024
The catacombs represent the largest necropolis in the world and are also among the most secret, but perhaps not for much longer.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2024
The France Télévisions doc follows forensic ‘bone doctor’ Philippe Charlier and a team of international experts, who embark on a scientific journey with unprecedented access to the catacombs to show how the remains can provide new history to the world above.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for catacomb
Jo Rodgers, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Dec. 2024
One Studios’ If Pigs Could Talk and Newen’s exploration of the Paris catacombs.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2024
The catacombs represent the largest necropolis in the world and are also among the most secret, but perhaps not for much longer.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2024
The France Télévisions doc follows forensic ‘bone doctor’ Philippe Charlier and a team of international experts, who embark on a scientific journey with unprecedented access to the catacombs to show how the remains can provide new history to the world above.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for catacomb
Recent Examples of Synonyms for catacomb
Noun
-
Who determined which Egyptians were buried in the tombs?—
Jeff Campagna,
Smithsonian Magazine,
2 May 2025
-
Other popular tombs include those of singer Edith Piaf, composer Fredéric Chopin, writer Marcel Proust and novelist and playwriter Honoré de Balzac.—
Heller McAlpin,
NPR,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Most of its details are still hidden away in a secret Koenigsegg vault while awaiting patent protection.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
26 Apr. 2025
-
This is important as recent reports warn about thousands of 3D protein structures and other disease-relevant big datasets held within the vaults of private companies.—
Amelia Palermo,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
In the crypt beneath the main building, a few feet to the left and above the memorial stone for Meazza, is one commemorating Herbert Kilpin.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
-
To keep you on your toes, Max opens the film with a bang; following a trail of blood on what looks to be floor of a cave or crypt, the camera finds a frightening demonic creature gnawing away at a human body.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
9 Mar. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Catacomb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catacomb. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share