as in synagogues
a building that is used for Muslim religious services
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Recent Examples of mosques
Unlike at the hotels in Cairo proper—where markets, mosques, street food, and rooftops will keep you busy for days—staying at Mena House means removing yourself from the mix.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Apr. 2026
On Sunday, police prevented Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa from entering the church, citing security concerns as Israel enforces a ban on gatherings in synagogues, churches and mosques during the ongoing war with Iran, which has brought missile strikes near holy sites.
—Lucia I Suarez Sang, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
Smaller churches, synagogues and mosques are open in Jerusalem's Old City if they are located within a certain distance of a bomb shelter deemed acceptable by Israel's military and, if gatherings are kept under 50 people.
—Arkansas Online, 30 Mar. 2026
Smaller churches, synagogues and mosques are open in Jerusalem’s Old City if they are located within a certain distance of a bomb shelter deemed acceptable by Israel’s military and if gatherings are kept under 50 people.
—Melanie Lidman, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026
Smaller churches, synagogues and mosques are open in Jerusalem’s Old City if they are located within a certain distance of a bomb shelter deemed acceptable by Israel’s military and, if gatherings are kept under 50 people.
—Eric MacK, FOXNews.com, 29 Mar. 2026
Jerusalem's smaller synagogues, mosques and churches are also open to groups of up to 50 people — if they are located close to a shelter or a safe space.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
Statements from the Gov't of Israel indicate the action to prohibit Cardinal Pizzaballa entry to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher were for safety reasons, but churches, synagogues, and mosques throughout Jerusalem have met with the restrictions of 50 or less.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
The House and Senate recently passed a bill (HB 95/SB 52) that would exempt volunteers who provide armed security services at churches, synagogues, mosques and other houses of worship from the required Class D and G licenses held by professional security services.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Apr. 2026
On Sunday, police prevented Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa from entering the church, citing security concerns as Israel enforces a ban on gatherings in synagogues, churches and mosques during the ongoing war with Iran, which has brought missile strikes near holy sites.
—Lucia I Suarez Sang, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
Smaller churches, synagogues and mosques are open in Jerusalem's Old City if they are located within a certain distance of a bomb shelter deemed acceptable by Israel's military and, if gatherings are kept under 50 people.
—Arkansas Online, 30 Mar. 2026
Smaller churches, synagogues and mosques are open in Jerusalem’s Old City if they are located within a certain distance of a bomb shelter deemed acceptable by Israel’s military and if gatherings are kept under 50 people.
—Melanie Lidman, Los Angeles Times, 29 Mar. 2026
Smaller churches, synagogues and mosques are open in Jerusalem’s Old City if they are located within a certain distance of a bomb shelter deemed acceptable by Israel’s military and, if gatherings are kept under 50 people.
—Eric MacK, FOXNews.com, 29 Mar. 2026
Jerusalem's smaller synagogues, mosques and churches are also open to groups of up to 50 people — if they are located close to a shelter or a safe space.
—ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
Statements from the Gov't of Israel indicate the action to prohibit Cardinal Pizzaballa entry to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher were for safety reasons, but churches, synagogues, and mosques throughout Jerusalem have met with the restrictions of 50 or less.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
The House and Senate recently passed a bill (HB 95/SB 52) that would exempt volunteers who provide armed security services at churches, synagogues, mosques and other houses of worship from the required Class D and G licenses held by professional security services.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mosques
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The police force has extra uniformed and plainclothes officers to northwest London after attacks in the past month on synagogues, Jewish charity ambulances and a Persian-language media organization critical of Iran’s government.—
Jill Lawless,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Apr. 2026
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The Metropolitan Police force says counterterrorism officers are investigating fires at synagogues and other sites linked to the Jewish community, as well as an attack on a Persian-language media company.—
Jill Lawless,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Apr. 2026
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Beyond its gorgeous beaches, families can explore an elephant sanctuary, tour cultural sites and temples, and taste unique street food.—
Kristine Hansen,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2026
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In his earliest appearances as Sam, Kani had to apply gray makeup to his beard and temples to be believable as the middle-aged employee.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Mosques.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mosques. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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