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synagogue

noun

variants also synagog

Definition of synagogue

as in mosque

a building that is used for Jewish religious services

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Recent Examples of synagogue Apples, honey, challah and more Rosh Hashanah celebrations don’t just take place within the walls of a synagogue. — Chad Murphy, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2026 Many Jewish people spend the day in synagogue services, reciting prayers in atonement. — Bailey Allen, The Providence Journal, 10 Sep. 2026 When Rosh Hashanah began six days after the attacks in 2001, a security guard stationed outside a synagogue was still unusual. — Ariella Noveck, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026 Typically, Jewish families will go to synagogue to pray and hear the traditional sounds of the shofar horn, followed by a festive meal with family and friends. — Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for synagogue

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The 14 participating houses of worship span from Miami Shores to West Perrine and include a variety of denominations including Episcopal churches, United Methodist churches, one mosque and a handful of other Christian churches.

— Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2026
Originally a Byzantine cathedral before becoming an Ottoman mosque and now an active place of worship once more, its vast marble interior, soaring dome and shimmering gold mosaics still inspire awe nearly 1,500 years after it was built.

— Vicki Power, TheWeek, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of mosque

Noun

With the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and temples on the Nile, Luxor and Aswan have been welcoming many tourists who consider the river cruise to be a vital component of their trip rather than an add-on option.

— Connie Etemadi, Kansas City Star, 23 Sep. 2026
Decades ago, these desires might have sent these ordinary citizens to their church or temple.

— Claire Hoffman, Rolling Stone, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of temple

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The temple, with its pagoda-style roof, has been around for centuries and is considered one of the most important Hindu pilgrimage sites in Asia.

— Andrew Jones, NBC news, 3 Sep. 2026
There are also less busy sites nearby including Hannya-ji Temple, a serene haven known for its sea of cosmos flowers and Japan’s tallest stone pagoda.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of pagoda

Noun

Those who make the pilgrimage to Temple Square will encounter a host of other attractions and activities, including new exhibits, live concerts and video projections on the ceiling of the tabernacle.

— Brandon Griggs, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026
Built in 1892, the gospel tabernacle once was home to the Grand Ole Opry radio show from 1943 to 1974.

— USA TODAY Network, USA Today, 10 June 2026

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