presbyteries

Definition of presbyteriesnext
plural of presbytery

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for presbyteries
Noun
  • Like all architecture, his buildings depended on heterogeneity—joints, interfaces, hierarchies, and the coordination of many materials, trades, and systems.
    Julian Rose, Artforum, 26 Mar. 2026
  • The idea of purity — whether in food, body or belief — often masks hierarchies of power.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Along with their official duties, Rockingham said the group also had time to visit some of Rome’s significant sites, from a number of famous old churches to some of the remnants of ancient Rome, like the Colosseum.
    Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
  • For these folks, churches are superfluous — at best.
    Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 2 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The ministry’s budget has swollen to $45 billion, forcing cuts in other government ministries.
    Melanie Lidman, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Supporting Latino youth and strengthening young adult ministries were among the top four.
    Hosffman Ospino, The Conversation, 13 Mar. 2026
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“Presbyteries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presbyteries. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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