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as in mosques
a building that is used for Jewish religious services
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Recent Examples of synagogues
One is Makom, a two-year mentorship program for rabbis earlier in their service to rural synagogues.
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ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
Places of worship, both synagogues and churches, have faced vandalism and threats.
—Fabienne Perlov, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
On the morning of March 9, Ghazali viewed webpages of local synagogues, Runyan explained.
—Max Rego, The Hill, 31 Mar. 2026
On Sunday, police prevented Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa from entering the church, citing security concerns as Israel enforces a ban on gatherings in synagogues, churches and mosques during the ongoing war with Iran, which has brought missile strikes near holy sites.
—Lucia I Suarez Sang, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
This is why, as the conflict entered its second year, rabbis at many American synagogues strained to avoid the subject.
—Eyal Press, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
Ghazali, armed with a rifle, allegedly rammed a vehicle into Temple Israel, one of the nation’s largest Reform Jewish synagogues.
—Andrew Stanton, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
The New York City Council passed legislation on March 26 aimed at protecting synagogues from disruptive protests, marking a decisive victory following a months-long push by Jewish and local leaders to strengthen safeguards around houses of worship.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
The attack took place in Golders Green, a north London suburb that is home to several synagogues and dozens of Jewish schools and restaurants.
—Yuliya Talmazan, NBC news, 23 Mar. 2026
ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
Places of worship, both synagogues and churches, have faced vandalism and threats.
—Fabienne Perlov, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
On the morning of March 9, Ghazali viewed webpages of local synagogues, Runyan explained.
—Max Rego, The Hill, 31 Mar. 2026
On Sunday, police prevented Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa from entering the church, citing security concerns as Israel enforces a ban on gatherings in synagogues, churches and mosques during the ongoing war with Iran, which has brought missile strikes near holy sites.
—Lucia I Suarez Sang, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
This is why, as the conflict entered its second year, rabbis at many American synagogues strained to avoid the subject.
—Eyal Press, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
Ghazali, armed with a rifle, allegedly rammed a vehicle into Temple Israel, one of the nation’s largest Reform Jewish synagogues.
—Andrew Stanton, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
The New York City Council passed legislation on March 26 aimed at protecting synagogues from disruptive protests, marking a decisive victory following a months-long push by Jewish and local leaders to strengthen safeguards around houses of worship.
—Grace Gilson, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
The attack took place in Golders Green, a north London suburb that is home to several synagogues and dozens of Jewish schools and restaurants.
—Yuliya Talmazan, NBC news, 23 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for synagogues
Noun
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Unlike at the hotels in Cairo proper—where markets, mosques, street food, and rooftops will keep you busy for days—staying at Mena House means removing yourself from the mix.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Apr. 2026
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On Sunday, police prevented Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa from entering the church, citing security concerns as Israel enforces a ban on gatherings in synagogues, churches and mosques during the ongoing war with Iran, which has brought missile strikes near holy sites.—
Lucia I Suarez Sang,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Her father was a sculptor and her grandfather an architect known for designing temples across East Asia.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
11 Apr. 2026
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The twisted ponytail was paired with a new set of long, feathery bangs, which Kidman wore brushed across her forehead and gently winged out near her temples for more texture and movement.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Synagogues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/synagogues. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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