mosques

plural of mosque

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of mosques Families must bring children to central spots, such as mosques, instead. — Katrine L. Wallace, The Conversation, 26 Oct. 2026 In addition to canvassing, Emgage conducts sessions in mosques and other locations that focus on the rudiments of voting. — Peter Slevin, New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2026 As groundwater shrinks, those like Jan who can afford the upfront cost keep digging deeper; those who can’t rely on expensive tanker water or hand pumps at mosques. — Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 6 Oct. 2026 In Egypt, lotus blossoms crowned temples as symbols of rebirth, while in the Islamic world, marble arabesques bloomed across mosques to evoke paradise. — Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026 The collection’s theme extended beyond the film, to the real city of Casablanca, with architecture, interiors and mosques inspiring more of the styles. — Katie Abel, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026 Most places of worship built after 1905, including most mosques, are financed and maintained by religious organizations. — ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026 When Israel closed schools and universities during the First Intifada, lessons moved into homes, mosques, and churches. — Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2026 Nevertheless, a wave of attacks on mosques and Muslim-own businesses ensued, along with the murder of Muslims and those perceived to be of Middle Eastern descent. — Joshua M. Davidson, New York Daily News, 11 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mosques
Noun
  • Teboul said Jewish schools, synagogues and community businesses have dedicated security arrangements.
    — Ariella Noveck, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2026
  • El Hout said there are five remaining synagogues in Lebanon, the oldest of which is in Sidon.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • In Frisco, Texas, opposition to Hindu temples and a mosque fueled claims of an Indian takeover, and a protester tore apart an Indian flag near City Hall.
    — Raja Krishnamoorthi, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Lielle, set in a glamorous subterranean room on West Pico Boulevard, is the culmination of Swedish chef Marcus Jernmark’s years of experience in high-end temples around the world.
    — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026

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“Mosques.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mosques. Accessed 1 Nov. 2026.

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