variants
also synagog
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of synagogue
There’s also a palpable push to up the Pittsburgh-specific material that honors the real place outside the hospital doors, from somber reminders of the Tree of Life synagogue shooting to lighthearted traditions like an annual furry convention.
—
Alison Herman, Variety, 5 Jan. 2026
According to the synagogue’s estimates provided in court records, between 60 and 70 people who consider themselves members have been praying at other locations.
—Jackie Hajdenberg, Sun Sentinel, 5 Jan. 2026
These are among the sentiments several rabbis at Los Angeles area synagogues and temples shared about this particular Hanukkah season, which came as the Jewish community faced violence thousands of miles away.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 22 Dec. 2025
Albanese’s press conferences and spot news appearances were dominated by the same topic: rising antisemitism following a spike in the vandalism of synagogues and harassment of Jewish people.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 15 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for synagogue
Alison Herman, Variety, 5 Jan. 2026
According to the synagogue’s estimates provided in court records, between 60 and 70 people who consider themselves members have been praying at other locations.
—Jackie Hajdenberg, Sun Sentinel, 5 Jan. 2026
These are among the sentiments several rabbis at Los Angeles area synagogues and temples shared about this particular Hanukkah season, which came as the Jewish community faced violence thousands of miles away.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 22 Dec. 2025
Albanese’s press conferences and spot news appearances were dominated by the same topic: rising antisemitism following a spike in the vandalism of synagogues and harassment of Jewish people.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 15 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for synagogue
Recent Examples of Synonyms for synagogue
Noun
-
For Abbas, while there are new local coffeeshops emerging as hubs for Muslims — like Yemerica Coffee in West Hartford or Muslims of the World Coffee and Pastries in New Haven and Middletown — the places to socialize, outside a mosque, in a public space are limited.—
Mariana Navarrete Villegas,
Hartford Courant,
30 Jan. 2026
-
The visits to the mosque and to family members and friends that sustained their emotional lives are on hold.—
Robert F. Worth,
The Atlantic,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
-
In 2014, vandals tried to set fire to the shul, noted for the whimsical palm trees painted on either side of the ark, and its ceiling, which resembles a starry night.—
Larry Luxner,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Aug. 2025
-
The caretaking and preservation of these dying congregations is just another aspect of the invisible labor taken on by a generation of women whose work in the home and the shul—caring for children, husbands, family members—was always taken for granted.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 June 2025
Noun
-
At Viktor & Rolf, for one, models had face-framing below-the-chin braids with blush carried above the temple by makeup artist Ana Takahashi.—
Essence,
Essence,
30 Jan. 2026
-
Based near the northern city of Chiang Rai, this is one of Thailand’s most extraordinary Buddhist temples.—
Vicky Smith,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
Noun
-
The views of the pagoda remind you of your whereabouts, and keep things grounded.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
-
Originally built as a carriage road during the 1880s, the long and winding road takes you from downtown Hot Springs (just off Central Avenue at the end of Fountain Street) to a lovely picnic area and overlook featuring a historic pagoda that dates back to the early 1900s.—
Alex Schechter,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Jan. 2026
Noun
-
Communion rails were removed, ramps up to the altar were added, and the tabernacle was moved behind the altar.—
Sophie Carson,
jsonline.com,
23 Dec. 2025
-
André called his wardrobe his armor, his tabernacle and his sanctuary.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
13 Dec. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Synagogue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/synagogue. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
