pulpit

noun

Definition of pulpitnext
as in altar
a raised flat surface where a priest or minister stands when leading a worship service The pastor ascended the pulpit.

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Recent Examples of pulpit Candice and Timothy show Brittany how ‘church hurt’ stretches out from the pulpit and into cultural norms around gender, sexuality, acceptance. — Brittany Luse, NPR, 9 June 2026 The Sagrada Familia is a global pulpit, but it's set in a country where Christianity is receding. — ABC News, 9 June 2026 Now, the Spurs are evolving as Wembanyama takes the pulpit. — Jared Weiss, New York Times, 5 June 2026 Over each of the 11 tracks, Coleman’s commanding vocals reverberate over crunchy guitars and woozy keys, drawing in listeners like a call to the pulpit. — Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 5 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for pulpit
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  1. altar
  2. podium
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  • When the moment came for Mazurek to hop out the window and glide down to the altar — to the theme of Skyfall, of course — the newlywed shared that the guests were shocked, as the stunt was a surprise to everyone in attendance outside of the bride.
    — Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026
  • In photos obtained by People, the couple were pictured at the altar.
    — Meg Walters, InStyle, 19 July 2026
Definition of altar
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  • Eight out of 10 podiums this season have featured at least one Ferrari driver, and the Italian team secured two wins in three races (Barcelona and Silverstone).
    — Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • When Spain assembled on the podium to accept the World Cup trophy, which had been Argentina’s moments earlier, the South Americans turned their backs.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026
Definition of podium

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