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
Other denominations have faced reckonings and made changes.
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Mike Hixenbaugh, NBC news, 30 Oct. 2025
Other Christian denominations are undergoing similar reckonings.
—Samantha Riedel, Them., 29 Oct. 2025
Many White evangelicals are hostile to non-White immigration and belong to denominations that condemn homosexuality.
—John Blake, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2025
The events intentionally cross denominations, Landry said, including Menonites, Lutherans, Catholics, Jews, Episcopalians, United Methodists, and Disciples of Christ.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 26 Oct. 2025
The faith leaders, who come from various denominations — from the United Methodist Church to Unitarian Universalism to Judaism — have vowed to show up every week as long as people are being detained at the center.
—Miami Herald, 24 Oct. 2025
Some denominations, like the Methodists, grew dramatically.
—Matthew Smith, The Conversation, 20 Oct. 2025
Religion reporter Liam Adams has written extensively about denominations with Nashville ties, wrote authoritative news obituaries after the deaths of Focus on the Family founder James Dobson and Room In The Inn founder Father Charlie Strobel and has covered trends involving religion.
—Jennifer Brett, Nashville Tennessean, 19 Oct. 2025
Italian Americans are mainly Roman Catholic, with minorities practicing other Christian denominations and faiths.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Mike Hixenbaugh, NBC news, 30 Oct. 2025
Other Christian denominations are undergoing similar reckonings.
—Samantha Riedel, Them., 29 Oct. 2025
Many White evangelicals are hostile to non-White immigration and belong to denominations that condemn homosexuality.
—John Blake, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2025
The events intentionally cross denominations, Landry said, including Menonites, Lutherans, Catholics, Jews, Episcopalians, United Methodists, and Disciples of Christ.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 26 Oct. 2025
The faith leaders, who come from various denominations — from the United Methodist Church to Unitarian Universalism to Judaism — have vowed to show up every week as long as people are being detained at the center.
—Miami Herald, 24 Oct. 2025
Some denominations, like the Methodists, grew dramatically.
—Matthew Smith, The Conversation, 20 Oct. 2025
Religion reporter Liam Adams has written extensively about denominations with Nashville ties, wrote authoritative news obituaries after the deaths of Focus on the Family founder James Dobson and Room In The Inn founder Father Charlie Strobel and has covered trends involving religion.
—Jennifer Brett, Nashville Tennessean, 19 Oct. 2025
Italian Americans are mainly Roman Catholic, with minorities practicing other Christian denominations and faiths.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for denominations
Noun
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The pardons are largely symbolic as none of the names listed were ever charged with federal crimes.—
NPR,
NPR,
11 Nov. 2025
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Quite a few names have already been brought up as potential targets.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Grammys 2026 surprise nominees Katseye From reality competition show to a pair of Grammy nods, the sextet known by their single monikers (Daniela, Lara, Manon, Megan, Sophia and Yoonchae) has charted an unlikely journey.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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The protagonist tacks between monikers, dissatisfied by what each represents.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This year, Gorst had the chance to add to his hall-of-fame resume by winning back-to-back titles.—
Jeremy Herb,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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Vesia’s teammate, Will Klein, mentioned Alex and Kayla after the Dodgers clinched back-to-back World Series titles.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The guide also honored sustainability leaders with new Green Star designations, including January in Franklin, recognized for its innovation, leadership, zero-waste kitchen and commitment to local sourcing.—
Mackensy Lunsford,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Nov. 2025
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So all of the sort of subsequent appointments, votes, designations, whatever are moot from the beginning.—
State House News Service,
Boston Herald,
29 Oct. 2025
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Many Isleños changed their original Spanish surnames to French last names once Louisiana came under French control, De la Nuez explained, which led to some descendants likely losing touch with their roots.—
Raul A. Reyes,
NBC news,
5 Nov. 2025
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Beatrice and Eugenie's children do not have royal titles and use their fathers' surnames, reflecting their parents' wishes to raise them largely outside formal royal life.—
Ashley Hume , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The stealthy look is inspired by one of Jordan’s nicknames, which originated from his panther-like abilities on the court and has been the design muse for several of his sneakers.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
9 Nov. 2025
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They’re most commonly known by their nicknames, Chub Perm, Mclovin, No Name, and Nonchalant Kid.—
Stephanie Ganz,
Parents,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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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 13 Nov. 2025.
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