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as in calligraphers
one who writes from dictation or copies manuscripts
variations between the different manuscripts attest to the fallibility of the scribes who transmitted them
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as in clerks
an official whose job is to keep records
the scribe keeps the minutes of the club's meetings
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as in writers
a person who creates a written work
a book of dusty poems by some now-forgotten scribe
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Recent Examples of scribes
Ethan Teekah, Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 May 2026
Michael Showalter, who previously worked with Hathaway on The Idea of You, directs with Nick Antosca writing the script following the previous work of scribes Hillary Seitz, Angela LaManna and the team of Will Honley and April Maguire.
—Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 27 Apr. 2026
The Charlotte Observer’s Panthers reporters have asked themselves those same questions, and the trio of scribes linked up to make their annual draft predictions and musings.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
Read more from Brittany, who explains exactly how AI scribes drive up medical bills, the effect on the health care system overall, and what might happen next.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 8 Apr. 2026
Several other scribes have tried to crack the code on the X-Men.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 7 Apr. 2026
The printing press didn’t make scribes faster.
—Alex Israel, Fortune, 4 Apr. 2026
The tentative agreement will have to go before the scribes’ rank-and-file membership for a vote to win approval.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 4 Apr. 2026
Wise-cracking scribes wanted changes.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 28 Feb. 2026
Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 30 Jan. 2026
Noun
The text was first reviewed by three clerics and then copied by scribes onto marble for stonemasons to chisel.
—Ethan Teekah, Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 May 2026
Michael Showalter, who previously worked with Hathaway on The Idea of You, directs with Nick Antosca writing the script following the previous work of scribes Hillary Seitz, Angela LaManna and the team of Will Honley and April Maguire.
—Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 27 Apr. 2026
The Charlotte Observer’s Panthers reporters have asked themselves those same questions, and the trio of scribes linked up to make their annual draft predictions and musings.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
Read more from Brittany, who explains exactly how AI scribes drive up medical bills, the effect on the health care system overall, and what might happen next.
—Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 8 Apr. 2026
Several other scribes have tried to crack the code on the X-Men.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 7 Apr. 2026
The printing press didn’t make scribes faster.
—Alex Israel, Fortune, 4 Apr. 2026
The tentative agreement will have to go before the scribes’ rank-and-file membership for a vote to win approval.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 4 Apr. 2026
Wise-cracking scribes wanted changes.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 28 Feb. 2026
Verb
But this award, which was inaugurated in 2023 with a Jesso win, circles the same handful of writers, and country scribes like Jessie Jo Dillon, pop bards like Amy Allen, and reggaeton men-at-arms like Edgar Barrera are just as up next.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scribes
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Founded in the 10th century, this complex of churches was a crucible of wisdom for calligraphers, philosophers, and illuminators.—
Marlise Kast-Myers,
Boston Herald,
12 Apr. 2026
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Founded in the 10th century, this complex of churches was a crucible of wisdom for calligraphers, philosophers and illuminators.—
Marlise Kast-Myers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Feb. 2026
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In a memo to the state's county clerks and registrars, Weber said official certification would happen in June for the November 3 general election ballot.—
Carlos E. Castañeda,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Alito, 76, has been hiring clerks for next term and intends to continue serving into at least 2027, the sources who have spoken to Alito told ABC.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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How did you and your writers’ room think about maintaining that tight-rope act with Howard?—
Max Gao,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
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But the actors are also writers.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Tupac’s stepbrother files a wrongful death suit and cites new turns in the 29-year-old murder case.—
James Rainey,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Taylor Swift files new trademark applications.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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County registrars will now validate signatures from both ballot measures and report the results to Secretary of State Shirley Weber, whose office will ultimately rubber-stamp the proposals to appear on voters’ ballots.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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Last Tuesday, the California Secretary of State reported that proponents, led by the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, had turned in more than enough valid signatures to county registrars, ensuring that voters will be given an opportunity to restore the original intent of Proposition 13.—
Jon Coupal,
Oc Register,
26 Apr. 2026
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During the long aftermath of the civil-rights movement, many authors and advocates imagined that King’s struggle could be continued by expanding its reach.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Texas colleges and universities have lined up notable speakers for their graduating classes this month — including athletes, authors, public officeholders and industry leaders.—
Samantha Ketterer,
Houston Chronicle,
3 May 2026
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The top 14 fillies on the leaderboard are guaranteed a spot in the starting gate, with three horses added as also-eligibles in case anyone in the main field scratches.—
Teresa Genaro,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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For a child who scratches through the night or wakes up with irritated patches, that difference in breathability is meaningful.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2026
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Both swing states will elect new secretaries of state and governors this year, and both states currently have people in the running who have denied election results.—
Miles Parks,
NPR,
4 May 2026
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The task force — which included numerous Cabinet secretaries — didn't accuse the Biden administration of any large pattern of suppressing churches themselves or the right to worship.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
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“Scribes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scribes. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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