1
as in temple
a building for public worship and especially Christian worship
a city that is noted for its many historic churches
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2
as in congregation
a body of persons gathered for religious worship
spoke to the whole church at once
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as in clergy
the group ordained to perform clerical functions in the Christian church
a time when few young men seem to want to join the church
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Recent Examples of church
Prosecutors said the church’s surveillance video recorded the incident that caused multiple people to ask Hernandez to leave, according to ABC7 Eyewitness news.
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Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 17 June 2025
According to the Instagram posts, the pair had attended church together earlier on that day
Spears has been sharing videos of her spending time with Jayden more frequently over recent months, after the pair reunited last year
Britney Spears’ son Jayden is all grown up!
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 16 June 2025
From museums and monuments to historic churches and schools, the trail provides a comprehensive look at the individuals and communities who helped to shape Kentucky’s history and culture.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2025
Mustain served at Preston Trail from 2019 to 2023, according to a statement on the church’s website.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 June 2025
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Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 17 June 2025
According to the Instagram posts, the pair had attended church together earlier on that day
Spears has been sharing videos of her spending time with Jayden more frequently over recent months, after the pair reunited last year
Britney Spears’ son Jayden is all grown up!
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 16 June 2025
From museums and monuments to historic churches and schools, the trail provides a comprehensive look at the individuals and communities who helped to shape Kentucky’s history and culture.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2025
Mustain served at Preston Trail from 2019 to 2023, according to a statement on the church’s website.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for church
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After the temple received the recognition in July, military clashes between Cambodian and Thai troops erupted near the border area.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
17 June 2025
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So that tower of skulls — the bone temple — was actually a real thing that was built?—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
17 June 2025
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Nationally, evangelical congregations ranked among the Republican president’s most enthusiastic supporters — voting clout that has made White-Cain a powerful political influence in the White House.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
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The dance was organized by several congregations of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.—
Sam Gillette,
People.com,
2 June 2025
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Despite their contributions and support, this is all in jeopardy, Arana said before attending a prayer vigil for them featuring Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and local clergy on June 10.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
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Chicago Tribune Many of Madigan’s backers are people with personal or political ties that run long and deep, such as current and former lawmakers, lobbyists, staffers, judges, campaign contributors, ward heelers, labor leaders, clergy and, of course, family.—
Ray Long,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2025
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In a photo shared to Instagram the family of five is seen posing in front of the iconic Duke chapel during graduation weekend with the graduate in the middle.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
People.com,
17 June 2025
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The rite would be offered at only one chapel, which is not a parish, in Mooresville, 30 miles from Charlotte.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 June 2025
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More people began to poke their head in from the hallways that ring the cathedral’s worship space to see what was going on.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
6 June 2025
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The cruise concludes in Cologne, home to one of Germany’s most awe-inspiring cathedrals and some of its most beloved Christmas markets.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
26 May 2025
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Miller also noted that the original tabernacle of the church survived, along with 17th-century lead coffins that visitors can view under a glass floor.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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The Blessed Sacrament Chapel’s tabernacle is supported by three legs, symbolizing the Holy Trinity.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2025
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“Church.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/church. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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