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atonement

[uh-tohn-muhnt] / əˈtoʊn mənt /


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It marks the start of the Jewish High Holidays, a 10-day season that ends with Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 12, 2023

They will also fast on Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, while also worshiping in synagogues.

From Washington Times • Dec. 2, 2022

Rhaenyra knows this is also Alicent's version of imposing a Walk of Atonement on her rival, only no absolution is guaranteed upon completion.

From Salon • Sep. 26, 2022

The game fell on the same day as Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, one of the most significant holidays in the Jewish faith.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 4, 2022

It was a kittel, probably the same one he would use on the Day of Atonement.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros




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