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as in anthems
a religious song
our Sunday church services always open with a hymn
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as in tributes
a formal expression of praise
the documentary on the Shakers is essentially a hymn to the simple life
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as in praises
to proclaim the glory of
during the honeymoon following the inauguration, newspaper articles seemed to hymn the president's every move
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Recent Examples of hymns
Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Dec. 2025
The film demands plenty of its cast, including singing, dancing and getting caught in rapture, set to an unconventional soundtrack based on Shaker hymns by Oscar-winning composer Daniel Blumberg.
—William Earl, Variety, 18 Dec. 2025
Franklin’s musical career started in her father’s church, singing the great gospel hymns of the day.
—Lee Habeeb, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
These fighters carried out their patrolling duties chanting religious hymns to the beat of drums and gongs.
—Literary Hub, 5 Dec. 2025
The tracks appear alongside 10 reimagined Shaker hymns.
—Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 3 Dec. 2025
As part of the Ramona Concert Association’s 2025-2026 season, the North County Wind Ensemble will perform a Christmas program that includes traditional and popular hymns and holiday melodies.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Dec. 2025
Many waved Lebanese flags and flowers as hymns rang out.
—Claudio Lavanga, NBC news, 2 Dec. 2025
On Sunday afternoon, several hundred Filipinos packed a pedestrian street in central Hong Kong, saying prayers and singing hymns in tribute to the fire victims.
—CBS News, 30 Nov. 2025
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Most candlelight services include familiar Christmas hymns, a short message about the birth of Jesus, and a moment of reflection as the lights dim and candles are passed.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Dec. 2025
The film demands plenty of its cast, including singing, dancing and getting caught in rapture, set to an unconventional soundtrack based on Shaker hymns by Oscar-winning composer Daniel Blumberg.
—William Earl, Variety, 18 Dec. 2025
Franklin’s musical career started in her father’s church, singing the great gospel hymns of the day.
—Lee Habeeb, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
These fighters carried out their patrolling duties chanting religious hymns to the beat of drums and gongs.
—Literary Hub, 5 Dec. 2025
The tracks appear alongside 10 reimagined Shaker hymns.
—Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 3 Dec. 2025
As part of the Ramona Concert Association’s 2025-2026 season, the North County Wind Ensemble will perform a Christmas program that includes traditional and popular hymns and holiday melodies.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Dec. 2025
Many waved Lebanese flags and flowers as hymns rang out.
—Claudio Lavanga, NBC news, 2 Dec. 2025
On Sunday afternoon, several hundred Filipinos packed a pedestrian street in central Hong Kong, saying prayers and singing hymns in tribute to the fire victims.
—CBS News, 30 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hymns
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And perhaps not much more needs to be said about where one of the most iconic anthems devoted to human kindness lands anew in the current American climate, although much could.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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Hers was the kind of salt-of-the-earth family often celebrated in the anthems of The Homeland.—
Ta-Nehisi Coates,
Vanity Fair,
26 Jan. 2026
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There will also be musical tributes to honor those who died in 2025.—
Chelsea Hylton,
CBS News,
31 Jan. 2026
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The event, which has featured honorees including Dolly Parton and Jon Bon Jovi in recent years, typically plays as a marathon of tributes to the artist at hand.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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Sandy praises every crew member for their growth, commitment, and performance.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
27 Jan. 2026
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Cassidy praises Sturm Vegas coach Bruce Cassidy coached in the B’s organization for 15 years, the last six-plus as head coach in Boston.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
22 Jan. 2026
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The Psalms of the fifth century BC posited seventy years as the standard length of a human life.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 Jan. 2026
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Craig Conway) Psalms Of The People (Salim Nan Daoine) (dir.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
21 Jan. 2026
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The officers' actions earned them commendations as well as a Distinguished Service Award from the city of Bethlehem, one of three Hobson's received in the last two years.—
Janelle Griffith,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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She was honored with numerous commendations, including the Chief of Department Award for her professionalism and outstanding service.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
26 Nov. 2025
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Três bistro, the main dining spot, celebrates the island's landscapes, both in its design and its ingredients.—
Gisela Williams,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Jan. 2026
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Sunday, February 9 Andre Howard, a then-10-year-old who was one of the two dozen people hurt in Northeast Philadelphia, celebrates the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs while recovering in the hospital.—
Alexandra Simon,
CBS News,
31 Jan. 2026
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During the Christmas holidays, children from the village comes to sing South Tyrolean carols in exchange for sweet treats, a local tradition that’s sort of like a South Tyrolean Halloween.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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Onscreen, contestants raced to solve word puzzles, spinning the wheel of fortune and following clues about Christmas carols.—
Oriana van Praag,
New Yorker,
20 Jan. 2026
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That same stretch also recorded speeds of 93 mph, 90 mph and 85 mph - all during the 30-day warning period, when no citations were issued.—
Tori Mason,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Williams noted that no citations were issued, administrative license violations brought or charges pursued.—
Rose Evans,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Hymns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hymns. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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