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Holy Week
noun
: the week before Easter during which the last days of Christ's life are commemorated
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Season 5 of The Chosen will resume during Holy Week, leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
This still aligns with the ordinance that speaks to flags can be raised in alignment with any ceremonies or events like Holy Week.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 27 Mar. 2024
Lucía Gutiérrez is a sergeant of the Spanish Civil Guard investigating the bizarre suicide of a neighbor and strange events that have taken place during the first Holy Week float processions.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 1 Oct. 2024
Walkers are likely to find processions on the routes and more religious pilgrims during Holy Week at Easter.
—Alex Ledsom, Forbes, 27 Sep. 2024
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First Known Use
1710, in the meaning defined above
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“Holy Week.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Holy%20Week. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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Holy Week
noun
: the week before Easter
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