as in hymn
a religious song
after the sermon we sang a brief psalm
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Recent Examples of psalm
Like a typical Catholic Mass, scriptures, psalms and gospels will be read and the Holy Communion will be given.
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Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
Each song presents a lyrical tapestry that carries messages from God, frequently drawing upon references to biblical psalms.
—Ingrid Fajardo, Billboard, 26 Nov. 2025
Muir read a psalm for protection and remarked on how journalists write the first draft of history while often covering trying events within the community.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 19 Nov. 2025
This climax is steeped in ancient psalms and hymns but also the neat, museumlike minimalism of pop-culture descendants like Ye’s Sunday Service Choir operas.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2025
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Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
Each song presents a lyrical tapestry that carries messages from God, frequently drawing upon references to biblical psalms.
—Ingrid Fajardo, Billboard, 26 Nov. 2025
Muir read a psalm for protection and remarked on how journalists write the first draft of history while often covering trying events within the community.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 19 Nov. 2025
This climax is steeped in ancient psalms and hymns but also the neat, museumlike minimalism of pop-culture descendants like Ye’s Sunday Service Choir operas.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for psalm
Noun
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During the memorial service, hundreds of students from Utumishi Girls Academy sang a somber hymn declaring that all shall be well.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 June 2026
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Traditionally played on string instruments like the dulcimer, fiddle, and banjo, this distinctly twangy genre passed down religious hymns, ballads, and folktales through generations.—
Hillary Richard,
Travel + Leisure,
10 June 2026
Noun
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In 2026, the anthem doesn’t just introduce the tournament.—
Desjah Altvater,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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The capacity crowd all sang along to a rendition of Cielito Lindo, a folk song that has become a de facto anthem for the Mexico national team.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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“Psalm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/psalm. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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