preaching
Example Sentences
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Lanier graduated from college at 20 and trained as a minister before going to law school at Texas Tech University, hoping to make enough money to support his preaching.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026
There’s little time spent on subtext, and even less on preaching.
From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026
And Charlie Kirk - the late political activist who toured US college campuses preaching right-wing views - has become something of a hero among a small group of young British people online.
From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026
"St Francis of Assisi remains the most famous 'nature saint', best known for preaching to birds. In a more eco-conscious world, the Augustinians deserve much more attention."
From Science Daily • Feb. 2, 2026
Since the Jordans were leaving the next day, he wanted them to hear everything, so he went on and on, the way he did when he was taking Dr. Carhart’s place and preaching a sermon.
From "Homesick" by Jean Fritz
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.