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relating to, taken from, or found in the Bible
a biblical passage The city was a center for trade in biblical times.
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Recent Examples of biblical
This superstitious date, historically linked to everything from biblical betrayals to medieval massacres, has become a sacred day for tattoo and piercing parlors across the country.
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Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Press releases, rife with references to Sodom and biblical implications, appeared to be focused as much on titillation as on science.
—Mark Boslough, Scientific American, 25 June 2025
Workers must often reckon with complicated geography, demanding bosses, ever more biblical weather, and schedules that force time-conscious drivers to urinate in bottles.
—Simon Parkin, The Atlantic, 23 June 2025
Supporters say the biblical strictures are foundational to understanding the law.
—Sophie Hills, Christian Science Monitor, 23 June 2025
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Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Press releases, rife with references to Sodom and biblical implications, appeared to be focused as much on titillation as on science.
—Mark Boslough, Scientific American, 25 June 2025
Workers must often reckon with complicated geography, demanding bosses, ever more biblical weather, and schedules that force time-conscious drivers to urinate in bottles.
—Simon Parkin, The Atlantic, 23 June 2025
Supporters say the biblical strictures are foundational to understanding the law.
—Sophie Hills, Christian Science Monitor, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for biblical
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Using scientific principles, scriptural references and personal experiences, Allen offers a vision of the soul’s journey after death.—
Ascend Agency,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2025
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Beyond the scant scriptural references, a rich treasury of myth can be found.—
Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
19 Apr. 2025
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Cash flow is king, and equity is the holy grail at the end of your quest.—
Thomas Burgess,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Three years of consistent use later, this has become my holy grail beauty product.—
People Staff,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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Today few Christian churches embrace this practice as a regular part of worship, however in Austin, Wesley United Methodist Church, offers an active liturgical dance ministry.—
Austin American Statesman,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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Lent is the 46-day liturgical season that precedes the holiday of Easter, which commemorates the life, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus.—
Grace Tucker,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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Political and religious leaders such as Malafaia and Magno Malta embrace a vengeful Jesus willing to strike down non-believers and perceived enemies of God.—
Emi Eleode,
Time,
14 July 2025
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Those generally include religious organizations like churches, synagogues, temples, and mosques in the U.S., as well as domestic nonprofit schools and hospitals.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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From navigating narrow aisles to honoring the sacred quarter-for-a-cart ritual, shopping at ALDI is a uniquely communal experience.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 July 2025
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The legislation also called for access to cultural sites, the use and possession of sacred objects, and the freedom to worship.—
Debra Utacia Krol,
AZCentral.com,
13 July 2025
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Secretary of State Henry Kissinger sat just behind home plate alongside baseball commissioner Bowie Kuhn, and he was tasked with throwing out the ceremonial first pitch.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
14 July 2025
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The first 20,000 fans will receive a Barry Bonds bobblehead, and Bonds will throw out the ceremonial first pitch in addition to other pregame festivities honoring the all-time home run king.—
Evan Webeck,
Mercury News,
12 July 2025
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“Biblical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/biblical. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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