churchyard
Example Sentences
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The village churchyard has become a haven for local wildlife - in particular slow worms, a non-venomous species of legless lizard often mistaken for snakes.
From BBC ● Jun. 10, 2026
As the funeral procession approached the churchyard, a group of women tossed rose petals and rice.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 11, 2026
In the early 19th century, Americans usually died at home and were buried in the local churchyard or on family-owned land.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 3, 2026
A low mound near the churchyard was rumoured by folklore to have contained a giant skeleton, perhaps even Ivar himself.
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2024
After services whooping kids fill the red-dirt churchyard and fly kites.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
