as in clergy
the group ordained to perform clerical functions in the Christian church
a long history of conflict between that nation's spiritualty and its temporal leaders
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Recent Examples of spiritualty
This effort has allowed the company to approach the people living around Tsodilo Hills authentically as collaborators, not as outsiders looking to exploit their spiritualty.
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Chadd Scott, Forbes, 1 June 2022
Chadd Scott, Forbes, 1 June 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spiritualty
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
Noun
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The defense said the killer should be spared because years of cocaine abuse damaged his brain and, while in prison, Andres has embarked on a journey of spirituality and redemption.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
6 Apr. 2026
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The antique piece blends family history with spirituality, a perfect combination for a royal jewel.—
Giorgia Olivieri,
Vanity Fair,
6 Apr. 2026
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“Spiritualty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spiritualty. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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