secularizing

Definition of secularizingnext
present participle of secularize

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for secularizing
dissuading
Verb
  • Trump, just as the vote was wrapping up, issued a primary threat against those who opposed his tariff regime — potentially dissuading some Republicans running in tight seats from backing Democrats’ tariff resolutions.
    Emily Brooks, The Hill, 13 Feb. 2026
  • A little bout of volatility isn't dissuading Ed Yardeni from his bullish take on stocks.
    Fred Imbert, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
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“Secularizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/secularizing. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.

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