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
While many young Nepalese still leave to pursue opportunities abroad, Sangita believes the country offers something increasingly rare — a slower pace of life, a deeply rooted spirituality, and an enduring human warmth that can’t be replicated by technology.
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Livia Hengel, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
As belief in traditional religions decreases and the rise of spirituality and skepticism in traditional institutions continues, this form of divination—looking to cards for answers for future, present, or past events—is on the rise.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2025
Her exhibition at the pavilion is inspired by Lithuanian archeologist Marija Gimbutas’s research into and theories regarding Neolithic spirituality and the indivisibility of the sacred from the everyday.
—News Desk, Artforum, 15 Apr. 2025
Dreamy and boundless, this Water sign is deeply connected to its emotions, intuition and spirituality, often blurring the lines between fantasy and reality.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025
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Livia Hengel, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
As belief in traditional religions decreases and the rise of spirituality and skepticism in traditional institutions continues, this form of divination—looking to cards for answers for future, present, or past events—is on the rise.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2025
Her exhibition at the pavilion is inspired by Lithuanian archeologist Marija Gimbutas’s research into and theories regarding Neolithic spirituality and the indivisibility of the sacred from the everyday.
—News Desk, Artforum, 15 Apr. 2025
Dreamy and boundless, this Water sign is deeply connected to its emotions, intuition and spirituality, often blurring the lines between fantasy and reality.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spirituality
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Tensions also grew between Iraq's Sunni institutions over conflicting announcements, with dozens of Iraqis performing Eid prayers on Sunday, outside mosques and without clergy, according to media reports.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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The fledglings were savored by the nobility and the clergy, who, according to Fritz’s research, passed decrees to keep commoners from killing them, to preserve them for themselves.—
Nick Paumgarten,
The New Yorker,
10 Feb. 2025
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The company partners with senior living centers, churches, and insurance providers to offer on-site classes, giving accessibility to those who may not have the resources or mobility to visit a gym.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Fact to know: In collaboration with the Dilworth Historic Commission, the project team used traditional materials and techniques — including the help of a master stonemason with access to original quarries — to ensure consistency with the church’s limestone facade.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Spirituality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spirituality. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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