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vatican

[vat-i-kuhn] / ˈvæt ɪ kən /
NOUN
Apostolic See
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In March, 51 prisoners were set free after talks with the Vatican.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

As the Vatican took over filming from the documentary crew during the private audience and did not use sound, Clark has recalled his experience of meeting the Pope.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

“I now have somebody who’s making statements from the Vatican who understands American culture and politics,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

Havana also released political prisoners as part of an agreement with the Vatican, a historic mediator between the two nations.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

Behind the gate, safely within the seat of the Vatican, they let Pedro Tercero out from under a mountain of lettuce leaves and bruised tomatoes.

From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende