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
Chong Keat Aun weaves the film in and out of colonial legacy, ethnic tensions, land rights, politics, misogyny, family drama, spirituality and the supernatural.
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Gavin J Blair, HollywoodReporter, 2 Nov. 2025
Mars is finishing its time in Scorpio, your sector of expansion, spirituality, and long-distance journeys, and baby… what a ride.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 2 Nov. 2025
The fear of Black spirituality, wielded as a tool of rebellion, extends beyond the big screen.
—Essence, 29 Oct. 2025
For so many Native tribes, land is the foundation of our culture and our spirituality.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for spirituality
Gavin J Blair, HollywoodReporter, 2 Nov. 2025
Mars is finishing its time in Scorpio, your sector of expansion, spirituality, and long-distance journeys, and baby… what a ride.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 2 Nov. 2025
The fear of Black spirituality, wielded as a tool of rebellion, extends beyond the big screen.
—Essence, 29 Oct. 2025
For so many Native tribes, land is the foundation of our culture and our spirituality.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for spirituality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spirituality
Noun
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There’s a security company founder, the leader of the local NAACP and a clergy person, too.—
Nick Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Nov. 2025
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Testimony in opposition included transgender individuals, family members and clergy.—
Jessie Opoien,
jsonline.com,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Passengers attended a California church camp The fire department said the bus was returning to Orange County after passengers attended a church camp in the San Bernardino Mountains near Angelus Oaks, a small community surrounded by the San Bernardino National Forest.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
11 Nov. 2025
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After Pope Francis died on April 21, Benitez was inspired by Father James Martin’s appearance on GMA, who talked about the church leader’s more progressive views.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
11 Nov. 2025
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“Spirituality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spirituality. Accessed 21 Nov. 2025.
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