vigil
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The city's mayor and police chief were among dozens gathered at a local fountain for a candlelight vigil, while online fundraisers for two of the victims received tens-of-thousands of dollars in donations.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
At the vigil on Monday evening, people laid flowers and lit candles as they gathered in grief.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
Attendees of the vigil laid flowers at the crosses in a makeshift cemetery.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026
A candlelight vigil was also held at a newly crafted mural not far from where Salgado Araujo was shot on Canal Street.
From Salon ● Jul. 9, 2026
His mother and brother had kept a vigil at his bedside in Cuba.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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Much of the overtime money the department spent went instead toward preparing for unrest, monitoring protests and vigils, guarding hotels housing federal agents, and managing the public response to federal violence.
From Slate ● Jul. 27, 2026
Voice, a multifaith coalition that organized several vigils and demonstrations when the raids were at their height.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026
Across Orlando and beyond, vigils, church services and private ceremonies have been held to honor the victims of one of the deadliest mass shootings in U.S. history.
From Salon ● Jun. 13, 2026
Dozens of clips were played during the trial, which began in January, showing the defendants speaking at vigils, protests and in media interviews over the years.
From Barron's ● May 18, 2026
Night-long vigils were held for us at St. Paul’s Cathedral in London.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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Vocabulary lists containing vigil
"The Great Gatsby," Chapter 1 Vocabulary
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"The Odyssey" by Homer, Books 19–24
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"My Wonder Horse," Vocabulary from the short story
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