as in names
a word or combination of words by which a person or thing is regularly known
a variety of creative works that today come under the denomination of "art"
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Recent Examples of denominations
Michigan has ten stakes, a phrase the LDS Church uses that is similar to a diocese in other Christian denominations.
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Niraj Warikoo, Freep.com, 29 Sep. 2025
Authorities would not say the denominations of the churches involved in the bomb threats.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
There is no charge for this event – please consider bringing a donation for the babies and toddlers at FRC or Target or Walmart gift cards in $25 denominations.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025
The rapture refers to the end of times in some Christian denominations.
—Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Other major sponsors include the United Methodists, the Episcopal Church and various Lutheran and Presbyterian denominations.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Sep. 2025
The centuries-old religion blends both Protestant and Catholic beliefs and is often seen as one of the more inclusive denominations in the realm of Christianity.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
The principle is popular among conservative denominations like the Southern Baptist Convention, which in recent years has disfellowshipped prominent churches that have installed women pastors.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
The school offers two-year masters degrees for prospective clergy in several Christian denominations, including Reformed and Presbyterian churches.
—Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Niraj Warikoo, Freep.com, 29 Sep. 2025
Authorities would not say the denominations of the churches involved in the bomb threats.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
There is no charge for this event – please consider bringing a donation for the babies and toddlers at FRC or Target or Walmart gift cards in $25 denominations.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025
The rapture refers to the end of times in some Christian denominations.
—Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Other major sponsors include the United Methodists, the Episcopal Church and various Lutheran and Presbyterian denominations.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Sep. 2025
The centuries-old religion blends both Protestant and Catholic beliefs and is often seen as one of the more inclusive denominations in the realm of Christianity.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
The principle is popular among conservative denominations like the Southern Baptist Convention, which in recent years has disfellowshipped prominent churches that have installed women pastors.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
The school offers two-year masters degrees for prospective clergy in several Christian denominations, including Reformed and Presbyterian churches.
—Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for denominations
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Leaper Williams had no problem rattling off the names of John Hadl, Curtis McClinton and others on that team.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
8 Oct. 2025
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Is this group a bit lacking in depth after those names?—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate are now wrestling under different monikers as part of their new masked gimmick.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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Which of the following monikers did Benjamin Franklin NOT employ?—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
11 Aug. 2025
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Region tournaments took place earlier this week, during which several Nashville area teams and individuals earned the right to defend their titles from a season ago.—
Jacob Shames,
Nashville Tennessean,
2 Oct. 2025
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Univision, the Spanish-language media giant, acquired The Root in 2015 and assembled a portfolio of online brands — only to scrap that strategy and sell the titles to Great Hill Partners, a private equity firm, in 2019.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This use of terror designations does more than merely aim to legitimize military buildup and action to the south of the United States.—
Alexander Langlois,
Oc Register,
30 Sep. 2025
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Here are some of the injury designations provided by Albin, with analysis.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Sep. 2025
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That information from customers was leaked in a full database, including customer’s names, mobile numbers, email addresses, license plate numbers, vehicle nicknames, and more.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
6 Oct. 2025
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And though some nicknames can wear out their welcome with age, McCollough does not feel that way about his.—
Adam Grosbard,
Oc Register,
25 Sep. 2025
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In it, Sunset has picked 10 tasting rooms (or appellations with good tasting options), from classic vineyards to producers of zero-proof beverages, that should delight everyone with their delectable offerings, innovative techniques and visually stimulating atmospheres.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
25 Sep. 2025
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Add to that strict government rules in France and Italy to regulate appellations, and wine overall has made plonk pretty much a thing of the past.—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Denominations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/denominations. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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