pulpit

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 Now, the Spurs are evolving as Wembanyama takes the pulpit. Jared Weiss, New York Times, 5 June 2026 From church pulpits to community gatherings, the policy U-turn was widely viewed as a betrayal of Black American shoppers who launched boycotts. Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 3 June 2026 From the pulpit, Reverend Renè Brown said that all of this was on his mind. Yvonne Wingett Sanchez, The Atlantic, 31 May 2026 But while the two overlap on some issues, City Hall and the Vatican remain very different pulpits. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for pulpit
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Noun
  • All eyes might be on the pending wedding of Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and superstar singer Taylor Swift, but a handful of other NFL players have already beat Kelce to the altar this year — two just this month.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 23 June 2026
  • During this time, the main square is decorated with altars, skeletons, and marigolds.
    Zanny Merullo, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2026
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  • Likewise, the fight for third through 10th seems to be bringing the most action lately, with several drivers and teams vying for that last step on the podium and solid championship points.
    Jerry Perez, The Drive, 25 June 2026
  • In an emotional moment, Derek, who was strapped into the device, stood and walked to the podium to give his speech, according to Raddatz's book.
    Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026

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“Pulpit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pulpit. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.

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