alms
Example Sentences
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They often hold public processions and are widely seen receiving alms of goodwill from ordinary Thais.
From Barron's ● Jul. 3, 2026
Public processions are not uncommon, with members of the public often giving monks alms of goodwill - such as food and basic necessities - as a sign of respect.
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026
In my view, there’s no contradiction because wearing ashes in public, unlike righteous acts of giving alms, fasting and praying in public, is a sign that we are sinners and in need of repentance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 16, 2026
L.A.-based alms would be directed toward the Catholic Education Foundation of Los Angeles, while New York dollars will head to the John Cardinal O’Connor School in Irvington, N.Y.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 25, 2024
Clearing her throat, she replied in tones worthy of a monk collecting alms.
From "In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson" by Bette Bao Lord
Vocabulary lists containing alms
World Religions
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"The Odyssey" by Homer, Books 14–18
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"A Modest Proposal," Vocabulary from the satire
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