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as in wonderful
of the very best kind
how about a piece of the most divine apple pie I've ever tasted!
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as in heavenly
of, relating to, or being God
for these divine gifts let us be truly thankful
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as in priest
a person specially trained and authorized to conduct religious services in a Christian church
the great influence exerted by the Puritan divines in the Massachusetts Bay Colony
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as in to anticipate
to realize or know about beforehand
it was easy to divine his intention of asking his girlfriend to marry him
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Recent Examples of divine
Julie Lin, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 June 2026
In the middle ages, truth was imposed from on high by divine authority, backed by coercion and violence if necessary.
—Jeffrey Rosen, The Atlantic, 6 June 2026
Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
But attracting hummingbirds is probably more formulaic than that, and likely has everything to do with hummingbird nectar, rather than the divine.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Apr. 2026
Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The internet is full of polls that have divined, by soliciting votes from film critics and filmmakers, what are ostensibly the greatest movies of all time.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 24 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
The pineapple is just so moreish, the slight tang with sweetness on that pastry is just divine.
—Julie Lin, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 June 2026
In the middle ages, truth was imposed from on high by divine authority, backed by coercion and violence if necessary.
—Jeffrey Rosen, The Atlantic, 6 June 2026
Noun
Oregon House is most famous for being home to Fellowship of Friends, a spiritual community that seeks the divine through appreciation of the finer things such as cuisine and the arts.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
But attracting hummingbirds is probably more formulaic than that, and likely has everything to do with hummingbird nectar, rather than the divine.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
For no other game will there be as much divined as there is after the first one, which accounts for just more than one half of 1% of the Major League Baseball season.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The internet is full of polls that have divined, by soliciting votes from film critics and filmmakers, what are ostensibly the greatest movies of all time.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for divine
Adjective
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But in general, working with Tim is just wonderful.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
16 June 2026
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The park and walls have wonderful views, so take a seat and relax.—
Jaymi McCann,
TheWeek,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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For a slightly more filling appetizer, look no further than these crowd-pleasing mini ham sandwiches coated in a heavenly butter-mustard mixture.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
4 Dec. 2025
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In India, over 2,000 years ago, Lyra was seen as a heavenly vulture, as contrary as that sounds.—
Mike Lynch,
Twin Cities,
23 Nov. 2025
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He was assigned to Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Overland Park from 2009 to 2015, and in his early years as a priest was at three churches in Osage County.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
10 June 2026
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Coyote is an author, Zen Buddhist priest, and the voice of 12 Ken Burns documentaries.—
Time,
Time,
10 June 2026
Verb
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There was the irony of starting with a tune anticipating the end, and literally just before the start of summer.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
15 June 2026
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The evening faceoff − titled UFC Freedom 250 − has been much anticipated by conservatives and panned by Democratic critics.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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Watts got another excellent chance in the waning seconds, but the Patriots defense forced the shot to go wide.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
11 June 2026
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Today, Montage Laguna Beach remains one of Southern California’s definitive seaside resorts, known for its stunning views, excellent service, and loyal repeat guests.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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The holy trinity of onion, bell pepper and celery adds a savory, aromatic base for the jambalaya.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
4 Dec. 2025
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As far as cures, treatments range from religious actions—prayers over bleeding wounds, holy wells, and sacred stones—to more magical methods.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
4 Dec. 2025
Noun
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He was originally cast as Paul Sunday, a character who appears at the beginning of the film and never returns, but was also cast as Paul's brother, preacher Eli Sunday, after Kel O'Neill exited that role two weeks into production.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
3 Dec. 2025
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Lower courts ruled against street preacher A federal district judge threw out the suit.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
3 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Wind gusts of up to 60 mph and quarter-sized hail (1 inch) are foreseen.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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Head coach Mike Vrabel foresees the Patriots making a move to add at the position coming out of minicamp.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
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“Divine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/divine. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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