cathedrals

noun

plural of cathedral
as in towers
a large, magnificent, or massive building the company didn't want just a new office building—it demanded a cathedral that proclaimed its place among the giants of finance

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Recent Examples of cathedrals Enclosed by a network of 13th-century walls, the narrow streets of old York host myriad awe-inspiring relics from its pre-industrial past, perhaps the most famous being York Minster, one of the most beautiful Gothic cathedrals anywhere. — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026 Jenna Bush Hager and her husband, Henry Chase Hager, soaked up the sights in Rome with their children in August 2025, checking out the iconic Colosseum, taking in historic art and cathedrals, and, of course, eating some gelato. — Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026 They have been launched from mountains, riverbanks, bridges, medieval ramparts, cathedrals. — Paige Williams, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026 Look for museums, churches and cathedrals To escape the sun, tour guides recommend heading inside museums, churches and cathedrals, which tend to be cooler because of thick walls, high ceilings and, sometimes, air conditioning. — The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2026 Nations do not build cathedrals, win wars, or put things into orbit through a collection of talented individuals pursuing their own agendas. — Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026 In countries that really care about soccer, stadiums are open-air cathedrals to the sport. — Hana Kiros, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026 College football’s greatest assets are its fans and cathedrals. — Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 1 June 2026 Built of local stone, the railway’s great viaducts are as grand as cathedrals, and seem to rise naturally from their landscape. — The Week Uk, TheWeek, 3 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cathedrals
  1. towers
  2. edifices
  3. palaces
  4. structures
Noun
  • While problems like these can happen at control towers across the country, the deadly collision has put a spotlight on Reagan National Airport, according to Dave Riley, who worked as an air traffic controller for more than 30 years.
    — Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Orland Park Mayor Jim Dodge said the village purchased additional equipment, including message boards for road closures and light towers to use during power outages at busy intersections, to be better prepared for severe weather events.
    — Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of towers
Noun
  • The 1963 demolition of the original Penn Station, one of the great 20th century American edifices, was a ghastly mistake that New York has lived with and tried to correct for six decades.
    — Andy Byford, New York Daily News, 5 July 2026
  • The rest of the album splits the difference between this newfound scrappiness and the skyscraping edifices Madeon built his name on.
    — Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 26 June 2026
Definition of edifices
Noun
  • For centuries, India’s rulers treasured these precious stones, decorating their palaces, thrones, and crowns with them, and wearing them in lavish displays of wealth and opulence.
    — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Aug. 2026
  • In Germany, Russia, Portugal and beyond, these extravagant palaces of the past are now open to visitors.
    — Rick Steves, Washington Post, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of palaces
Noun
  • The distinction matters because the two commitments would carry different financial structures.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The two structures run parallel to each other, creating a visible connection between Colorado's past and present.
    — Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of structures

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