as in clergy
the group ordained to perform clerical functions in the Christian church
the archbishop was opposed to the marriage, and the king needed the support of the spirituality if his rule was to be considered legitimate
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Recent Examples of spirituality
Its deep psychological and philosophical meditations on civilization and savagery, religion and spirituality, man’s relationship with himself and others, and his connection with the land are dense at times but always rewarding.
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The Know, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
Faith, fate, and spirituality are central to Sinners.
—Kemi Alemoru, Glamour, 14 Mar. 2026
For director Bedward, the zombie ultimately has its origins as a celebration of Haitian resistance and Vodou spirituality.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026
But ultimately, the Church’s key qualm is rooted in spirituality.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 6 Mar. 2026
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The Know, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
Faith, fate, and spirituality are central to Sinners.
—Kemi Alemoru, Glamour, 14 Mar. 2026
For director Bedward, the zombie ultimately has its origins as a celebration of Haitian resistance and Vodou spirituality.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026
But ultimately, the Church’s key qualm is rooted in spirituality.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 6 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spirituality
Noun
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The task force — made up of civic leaders, legal experts, clergy, and community representatives — spent months reviewing research and hearing from residents.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
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Easter is upon us, and in recognition of the Holy Week, a judge allowed Chicago-area clergy members to enter the Broadview immigration processing center and minister to the detainees inside — despite the government’s objections.—
Claire Malon,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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No services tonight due to a fire at the church building.—
Mike Darnay,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Since then, the case has been tied up in court as Morris and the church attempt to agree on an arbitrator.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Spirituality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spirituality. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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