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a building for public worship and especially Christian worship
the largest temple in the Gothic style in the country
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Recent Examples of temple
The camera then cuts to a parody of the cleansing of the temple, with Mikey Day playing Jesus.
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Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 12 Apr. 2025
Here are some of the latest discoveries: 2,500-year-old tombs unearthed near iconic Egyptian temple.
—Stories By Real-Time News Team, With Ai Summarization, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2025
But the chief priests of the ancient Jewish temple at Jerusalem see Jesus as a charismatic and popular Jewish preacher who challenges their authority.
—Nathanael Andrade, The Conversation, 11 Apr. 2025
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced plans for 15 new temples on Sunday.
—Erin Alberty, Axios, 6 Apr. 2025
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Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 12 Apr. 2025
Here are some of the latest discoveries: 2,500-year-old tombs unearthed near iconic Egyptian temple.
—Stories By Real-Time News Team, With Ai Summarization, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2025
But the chief priests of the ancient Jewish temple at Jerusalem see Jesus as a charismatic and popular Jewish preacher who challenges their authority.
—Nathanael Andrade, The Conversation, 11 Apr. 2025
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced plans for 15 new temples on Sunday.
—Erin Alberty, Axios, 6 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for temple
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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
Noun
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Built in the 12th century, the cathedral features stunning Romanesque and Gothic architecture.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Yes’ 1972 masterpiece was already a cathedral of sound, but Rhino’s deluxe edition transforms it into a shimmering sonic temple.—
Darryn King,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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In those two pews, America’s civic religion shows itself, with Biden and Trump clearly sitting on different sides of the chapel.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
21 Apr. 2025
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On Monday evening, Farrell will preside over the ritual of certification of Francis’s death, including the laying of his body in a coffin in the chapel of the Vatican guesthouse where Francis lived.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
21 Apr. 2025
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The Blessed Sacrament Chapel’s tabernacle is supported by three legs, symbolizing the Holy Trinity.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2025
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Wye Oak Tavern is located in what used to be the school's chapel, with soaring ceilings, stained glass, a tabernacle, and a sizable pipe organ.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Feb. 2025
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“Temple.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/temple. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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