as in religious
of, relating to, or used in the practice or worship services of a religion
a religious bookstore with an extensive stock of devotional literature
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Recent Examples of devotional
The hour-long tour will also showcase connections among works of art inspired by devotional beliefs across time and cultures.
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Emma Kershaw, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Authorities found devotional pamphlets open to pages describing forgiveness in his cell.
—Paige Harriss, ABC News, 7 Mar. 2025
This devotional journal from DaySpring invites you to reflect for 100 days on different Bible verses.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 3 Jan. 2025
Each missive includes art, music, poetry, a devotional writing and a piece of scripture that all relate to each other and revolve around themes of hope, peace, joy and love.
—Deborah Netburn, Los Angeles Times, 30 Nov. 2024
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Emma Kershaw, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Authorities found devotional pamphlets open to pages describing forgiveness in his cell.
—Paige Harriss, ABC News, 7 Mar. 2025
This devotional journal from DaySpring invites you to reflect for 100 days on different Bible verses.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 3 Jan. 2025
Each missive includes art, music, poetry, a devotional writing and a piece of scripture that all relate to each other and revolve around themes of hope, peace, joy and love.
—Deborah Netburn, Los Angeles Times, 30 Nov. 2024
See All Example Sentences for devotional
Recent Examples of Synonyms for devotional
Adjective
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For two and a half centuries, religious freedom has driven America's story.—
Kevin Sabet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 May 2025
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This lighting might have emphasized the space’s religious purpose.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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In today’s America, where so much energy is spent dividing us, Forever reminds us what actually holds us together: love, care, and the sacred duty of raising the next generation.—
Richard Fowler,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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The woman of the house lights the Shabbat candles, ushering in the sacred day.—
Mark Gerson,
FOXNews.com,
17 May 2025
Adjective
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For deeper spiritual guidance, Tarot and Angel Card Readings offer encouragement and clarity about the past, present, and future.—
Kate Donnelly,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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This is a man with absolutely no spiritual principles at all.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
18 May 2025
Adjective
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The liturgical garments – such as robes, stoles and hats – worn by the pope and other Christian church officials are known as vestments.—
Christopher Watson,
ABC News,
8 May 2025
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With these words, the master of papal liturgical ceremonies ordered all non-electors to leave the Sistine Chapel.—
Barney Henderson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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“Devotional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devotional. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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