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Recent Examples of enshrined
Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2019
M. Nolan Gray, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
Oaxaca’s historic city center, which was enshrined on the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1987, is filled with colonial architecture, cultural sites, markets, churches, and museums.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
That line is not enshrined in law but is identical to one that was struck from an earlier version of the bill.
—Samantha Ketterer, Houston Chronicle, 7 Mar. 2026
During a joint press briefing on August 18, 2025, Zelensky was defending Ukraine’s decision not to hold a presidential election since 2019, explaining that Ukrainian law — enshrined in its constitution — prohibits elections during a period of active armed conflict.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
Oklahoma voters enshrined Medicaid expansion into the state Constitution in 2020.
—Emma Murphy, Oklahoma Voice, 6 Mar. 2026
And now Martins will be forever enshrined alongside those who made their mark on the Magic.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2026
Eight weeks into the trial, French law enshrined the need for consent into the law, following in the footsteps of sixteen European countries who had done so already.
—Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026
That council is enshrined in law in the Islamic Republic.
—ABC News, 1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Press freedom is an enshrined right in this country.
—Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2019
Verb
Inspired by their neighbors, Puerto Rican legislators enshrined condos in American law for the first time, in 1958.
—M. Nolan Gray, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
Oaxaca’s historic city center, which was enshrined on the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1987, is filled with colonial architecture, cultural sites, markets, churches, and museums.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
That line is not enshrined in law but is identical to one that was struck from an earlier version of the bill.
—Samantha Ketterer, Houston Chronicle, 7 Mar. 2026
During a joint press briefing on August 18, 2025, Zelensky was defending Ukraine’s decision not to hold a presidential election since 2019, explaining that Ukrainian law — enshrined in its constitution — prohibits elections during a period of active armed conflict.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
Oklahoma voters enshrined Medicaid expansion into the state Constitution in 2020.
—Emma Murphy, Oklahoma Voice, 6 Mar. 2026
And now Martins will be forever enshrined alongside those who made their mark on the Magic.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2026
Eight weeks into the trial, French law enshrined the need for consent into the law, following in the footsteps of sixteen European countries who had done so already.
—Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026
That council is enshrined in law in the Islamic Republic.
—ABC News, 1 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enshrined
Adjective
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Despite his revered output and sturdy bonds in the grime scene, Ellis remained humble throughout his career arc.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
10 Mar. 2026
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The 23rd annual True/False film festival in Columbia, MO has reached its midway point, with one of documentary’s most revered talents presiding as Visiting Artistic Director – Oscar nominee Yance Ford.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The time and attention to detail afforded it by Lord and Miller suggest that the directors are as susceptible as any of us to that amazement, elevated by the moving solemnity and celestial dimensions of Daniel Pemberton’s beautiful score.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Mar. 2026
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Energy producers in the Middle East are yet to resume production full-scale and shipping costs are likely to be elevated for a while.—
Reuters,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The Westerner, with eyes narrowed and speech slowed by a drawl, has become a venerated figure to people far removed from the species’ native habitat, the American range of yesterday that today doesn’t exist and, more to the point, save for artistic revisionist accounts, never did.—
Miles Beller,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Feb. 2026
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He was charged with dozens more counts of criminal mischief, burglary, intentional desecration of a venerated object and other crimes.—
Emma Caughlan,
NBC news,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The suspension of Global Entry, long promoted by the government as a time-saving benefit for frequent international travelers, drew swift criticism from Democratic lawmakers and industry groups.—
Hanna Park,
CNN Money,
11 Mar. 2026
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Veasey said honoring a figure associated with resistance to school desegregation conflicts with the inclusive ideals baseball has long promoted.—
Joseph Morton,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Pirovano's 100 race points lifted her atop the downhill standings, 36 ahead of Vonn who was pursuing a remarkable ninth career season-long downhill title at age 41.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 Mar. 2026
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More than 300 hopefuls all stretched, leaped, and lifted during the open tryouts inside Merritt Clubs Downtown Athletic Club— hoping to make the cut.—
Janay Reece,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The ashes are consecrated with holy water and incense before being administered.—
Catherine Messier,
The Providence Journal,
11 Feb. 2026
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Recently listed with Savills for €36 million (about $42 million), the sprawling property doesn’t just have a grand residence but also an authentic castle, along with a consecrated 12th-century church, its own vineyard, and olive groves.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Enshrined.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enshrined. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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