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also synagogs
as in mosques
a building that is used for Jewish religious services
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Recent Examples of synagogues
The shots aimed at the windows of synagogues are aimed at larger targets.
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David Frum, The Atlantic, 21 May 2026
Before that stabbing, London’s Jewish community was already reeling from several antisemitic attacks targeting synagogues and other communal buildings.
—Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
Rebecca Montero’s lighting design and Steve Covey’s projection design helps define the many places Moses inhabits, shifting the mood and focus with subtle changes that suggest everything from cold, city streets to synagogues to the Berkshire woods.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 12 May 2026
Nearly a dozen swastikas were found spray painted at parks in Queens on Mother's Day, New York City police said, days after antisemitic graffiti was also found on synagogues, houses and a car in the borough.
—Mark Prussin, CBS News, 11 May 2026
From swastikas scrawled in school bathrooms and subway stations to antisemitic graffiti targeting synagogues and Jewish institutions, symbols of hate are appearing with growing visibility in everyday American life.
—Ariella Noveck, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
Tuesday’s protest comes after the City Council passed a law aimed at limiting the scope of protests outside synagogues — a move inspired by the November rally.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 6 May 2026
The stabbings were the latest in a string of incidents, including recent arson attacks on synagogues and other Jewish sites in London.
—David Crary, Fortune, 6 May 2026
Others spoke of being verbally or physically attacked or having crowds of pro-Palestinian protesters arrive at their synagogues.
—ABC News, 4 May 2026
David Frum, The Atlantic, 21 May 2026
Before that stabbing, London’s Jewish community was already reeling from several antisemitic attacks targeting synagogues and other communal buildings.
—Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
Rebecca Montero’s lighting design and Steve Covey’s projection design helps define the many places Moses inhabits, shifting the mood and focus with subtle changes that suggest everything from cold, city streets to synagogues to the Berkshire woods.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 12 May 2026
Nearly a dozen swastikas were found spray painted at parks in Queens on Mother's Day, New York City police said, days after antisemitic graffiti was also found on synagogues, houses and a car in the borough.
—Mark Prussin, CBS News, 11 May 2026
From swastikas scrawled in school bathrooms and subway stations to antisemitic graffiti targeting synagogues and Jewish institutions, symbols of hate are appearing with growing visibility in everyday American life.
—Ariella Noveck, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
Tuesday’s protest comes after the City Council passed a law aimed at limiting the scope of protests outside synagogues — a move inspired by the November rally.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 6 May 2026
The stabbings were the latest in a string of incidents, including recent arson attacks on synagogues and other Jewish sites in London.
—David Crary, Fortune, 6 May 2026
Others spoke of being verbally or physically attacked or having crowds of pro-Palestinian protesters arrive at their synagogues.
—ABC News, 4 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for synagogues
Noun
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The law signed by Hochul would apply statewide and would apply to any house of worship, including mosques, which have also been targeted by protests over the years.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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From churches to synagogues, mosques to grocery stores, extremists have targeted innocent people because of race, religion, ethnicity, or identity.—
Michael Brunker,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
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Just south of Amalfi, Cilento offers ancient temples, pristine sands, and the best mozzarella in Italy, yet visiting is a fraction of the cost.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
30 May 2026
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Asia’s Most photogenic Markets for Travelers Asian craft markets often double as cultural events, drawing artisans, ethnic minority groups and travelers to settings that range from ancient temples to remote mountain villages.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
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“Synagogues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/synagogues. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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