as in clergy
the group ordained to perform clerical functions in the Christian church
the archbishop was opposed to the marriage, and the king needed the support of the spirituality if his rule was to be considered legitimate
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Recent Examples of spirituality
Despite the show’s late 1800s backdrop, much of the material still holds up today, from Laura’s (Melissa Gilbert) teen angst to heavy storylines involving topics like grief, spirituality, addiction, and more.
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Kelly Martinez, EW.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Others may need to confront escapist habits like overindulging in fantasy, substances or even spirituality.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
This doesn’t necessarily point to belief systems or doctrines, but rather the communal and reflective aspects of spirituality.
—Robert B. Tucker, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Stepping into Nomadé feels like entering a sanctuary where spirituality and design intertwine; a stay here is especially ideal for travelers who love a full wellness program.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2025
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Kelly Martinez, EW.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Others may need to confront escapist habits like overindulging in fantasy, substances or even spirituality.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
This doesn’t necessarily point to belief systems or doctrines, but rather the communal and reflective aspects of spirituality.
—Robert B. Tucker, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Stepping into Nomadé feels like entering a sanctuary where spirituality and design intertwine; a stay here is especially ideal for travelers who love a full wellness program.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spirituality
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He was further influenced after learning that the FBI often calls on priests, rabbis and other clergy members to counsel victims at mass-casualty events.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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The Madison Diocese concluded an investigation into clergy abuse in 2019, and released the names of seven men.—
Laura Schulte,
jsonline.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Roberson, leader of the church since 2023, has also opened the doors of the Cathedral from Monday-Saturday for tours, prayers or anyone walking by who needs a quick respite from the Miami heat.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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One recent Sunday evening, about 200 filled a Cincinnati church where preachers from several faith backgrounds urged them to demand his freedom.—
Hannah Allam,
ProPublica,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Spirituality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spirituality. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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