chalice

Definition of chalicenext
as in goblet
a special drinking vessel for holding wine

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Recent Examples of chalice Some objects such as an Etruscan chalice predate the Christian era, while others are much newer, like tiger-feet slippers once owned by singer Freddie Mercury of the rock band Queen. Russ Wiles, AZCentral.com, 23 Aug. 2025 Also an elite golfer, Pavelski had an opportunity to kiss a trophy on Sunday, when he was presented with a crystal chalice after a walk-off eagle gave him first place at the 2025 American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament. Carol Schram, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025 For the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers, running in place signified another berth in the Stanley Cup Final and, for Florida, another deep quaff of champagne from that coveted chalice. Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 19 June 2025 For each round of voting, the cardinals will fold their ballots twice and drop them into a chalice, according to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 4 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for chalice
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Noun
  • With that in mind, Yvonne and I sat down with our golden goblets to unpack the Season 10 reunion.
    Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
  • Aim to create a goblet-like tree shape, which is the most efficient for growing large harvests of apples.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Texas has tightened up its defense at the rim against a smallish NC State squad that likes to drive to the cup.
    Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Pour ¾ cup reserved pasta cooking liquid into skillet and bring to a simmer.
    Hana Asbrink, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Mar. 2026

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“Chalice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chalice. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.

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