as in letter
an official writing from the Pope to the Roman Catholic bishops
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Recent Examples of encyclical
Vilas Dhar,
Time,
10 June 2026
Another incumbent is defeated in a primary, the pope releases his first encyclical, and the New York Knicks turn back the clock.
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Jeremy Mikula,
NBC news,
30 May 2026
Krysta Fauria,
Fortune,
2 June 2026
Much of the encyclical involves defending the proposition that the Vatican ought to be—and has always been—engaged in making statements about new and very worldly things like artificial intelligence.
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Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
27 May 2026
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Noun
That brings us to the Pope’s encyclical, which gives language to the danger underneath such a bargain.
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Vilas Dhar,
Time,
10 June 2026
Another incumbent is defeated in a primary, the pope releases his first encyclical, and the New York Knicks turn back the clock.
—
Jeremy Mikula,
NBC news,
30 May 2026
Adjective
Some criticized his decision to present his encyclical alongside Anthropic co-founder Christopher Olah.
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Krysta Fauria,
Fortune,
2 June 2026
Much of the encyclical involves defending the proposition that the Vatican ought to be—and has always been—engaged in making statements about new and very worldly things like artificial intelligence.
—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for encyclical
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Carvalho’s resignation letter focused on accomplishments.
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Your letter reminds me of the resourcefulness and the breadth of experience that many funeral directors have.
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Paré-Poupart’s style gives his book a rambunctious spirit, a sense of a hungry, catholic mind at work.
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But our catholic mix also results in contradictions that can curdle into hypocrisy, in ways that feel familiarly Catholic.
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Having trouble getting your message across?
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New signs are emerging that the controversial Alligator Alcatraz detention center in the Florida Everglades may soon shut down, despite conflicting messages from state officials in recent weeks.
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Mountain resort areas, by contrast, are leaders in inclusionary zoning, or trying to provide homes that are affordable across a range of incomes, even though that has become an increasingly difficult task, and often involves the luck of the draw, literally via a lottery.
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In addition to approving new services fees on May 19, the City Council unanimously approved a temporary inclusionary housing in-lieu fee.
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The main theme of the letters over time emphasizes long-term value creation, but the epistles have drawn criticism from the political left and right.
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While hunkered down in the trenches of World War I, a Greek scholar translated some of Paul’s epistles.
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Little’s lack of response to a possible return that offseason resulted in general manager Ned Colletti pursuing other options.
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While unions secured general salary increases last year to offset the salary reductions associated with the leave program, the agreements did not include similar increases in July 2026.
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What to Watch For The proclamation comes only two days after former Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham won a special election to replace an outgoing member of Parliament for Makerfield.
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The county board recently adopted a proclamation recognizing the auxiliary deputies for almost 50 years of service.
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Always consult your vet for comprehensive advice on managing pet anxiety.
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For the dedicated enthusiast, the Wright Around Chicago bus tour, operated by the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust, is a comprehensive day out.
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“Encyclical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encyclical. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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