christening

Example Sentences

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Known for her iconic one liners, Doris is well quoted by fans of the series - particularly when she refused to make the salad for Neil the Baby's christening.

From BBC

The makeshift memorial is near the collapse site, and the Bidens left a bouquet of white flowers, underneath a sign christening the memorial as the “Surfside Wall of Hope & Memorial.”

From New York Times

It was the first christening in what is now California.

From Los Angeles Times

Italians only have to provide proof of a negative to attend weddings, christenings or other large ceremonies, or to travel outside of their home region.

From New York Times

The Scottish government caveat is the use of the phrase "continually monitoring", but the pressure is building from those who don't understand why a football tournament should be given precedent over weddings, christenings and funerals.

From BBC