the faithful
noun
1
: the people who believe or participate in a religion
The faithful gather here each year to celebrate together.
2
: the people who are loyal members or supporters of a group or organization
The faithful come out and cheer for the team every year.
The convention was packed with the Republican/Democratic faithful.
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The public viewing for Pope Francis rolled into its second day Thursday as tens of thousands of the faithful and curious paid their respects to the quietly strong pontiff who preached empathy and inclusion to the world's 1.4 billion Catholics throughout a 12-year reign.
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John Bacon, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2025
Throngs of the faithful made their way to the 16th century basilica’s main altar where Francis’ open wooden casket was perched, as Swiss Guards stood at attention.
—Colleen Barry and Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2025
On the day of Pope Francis' death, many of the faithful were considering his life and legacy, which was marked by his unshakeable commitment to humility and inclusion — values that mirror their own.
—Janet Shamlian, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2025
On Palm Sunday, Pope Francis leads Mass in St. Peter's Square, urging the faithful to embrace humility and selflessness.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Apr. 2025
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John Bacon, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2025
Throngs of the faithful made their way to the 16th century basilica’s main altar where Francis’ open wooden casket was perched, as Swiss Guards stood at attention.
—Colleen Barry and Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2025
On the day of Pope Francis' death, many of the faithful were considering his life and legacy, which was marked by his unshakeable commitment to humility and inclusion — values that mirror their own.
—Janet Shamlian, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2025
On Palm Sunday, Pope Francis leads Mass in St. Peter's Square, urging the faithful to embrace humility and selflessness.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Apr. 2025
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“The faithful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20faithful. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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