consecrations

Definition of consecrationsnext
plural of consecration
as in purifications
the act of making something holy through religious ritual the consecration of the Host during Communion

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blessings
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  • On this day families gather for festive meals, and the young seek blessings from their elders.
    Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Praying for an amazing year full of blessings!
    Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 5 Apr. 2026
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“Consecrations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consecrations. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.

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