crucifixion
noun
cru·ci·fix·ion
ˌkrü-sə-ˈfik-shən 
1
a
capitalized
: the crucifying of Christ
b
: the act of crucifying
2
: extreme and painful punishment, affliction, or suffering
Examples of crucifixion in a Sentence
the crucifixion of the rebel Spartacus
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Stories about the Son of God are often Passion Plays about his trial, suffering, crucifixion, and resurrection, but The Chosen distinguishes itself by focusing on the life of Jesus, as seen through the eyes of those around him.
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Randall Colburn, EW.com, 14 June 2025
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The Via Dolorosa, in Jerusalem's Old City, is traditionally regarded as the route Jesus walked on his way to his crucifixion.
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Randall Colburn, EW.com, 14 June 2025
The pallium — a strip of lambswool — was placed on Leo’s shoulders with three pins representing his role as a shepherd and the nails of Christ’s crucifixion.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 18 May 2025
On Saturday, April 19, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre will be hosting The Holy Fire ceremony ahead of Easter.
Via Dolorosa
The Via Dolorosa, in Jerusalem's Old City, is traditionally regarded as the route Jesus walked on his way to his crucifixion.
—Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Last Supper, leading up to Jesus’ crucifixion, and revealed its streaming date.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 2 May 2025
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“Crucifixion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crucifixion. Accessed 29 Jun. 2025.
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crucifixion
noun
cru·ci·fix·ion
ˌkrü-sə-ˈfik-shən
1
capitalized
: the crucifying of Jesus
2
: an act of crucifying
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