platitudinizing

verb

present participle of platitudinize
as in preaching

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  1. preaching
  2. evangelizing
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  • Because of its theological significance and widespread use in preaching, public displays of faith, and popular culture, the verse is one of the most recognizable passages of Scripture.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Schlesinger’s Atlantic essay was preaching from his own text.
    — Jake Lundberg, The Atlantic, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of preaching
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  • Stephen Colbert, one of my heroes, has spent decades evangelizing Tolkien’s compassion and courage.
    — Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 17 July 2026
  • No doubt many other religious institutions have seized on the World Cup with these and other emphases, including evangelizing and otherwise stressing their uniqueness.
    — Vahe Gregorian July 10, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
Definition of evangelizing
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“Platitudinizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/platitudinizing. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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