devout
Example Sentences
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Mr. Sasse, a devout Christian, describes himself as “Lutero-Calvinist,” which means he draws on the teachings, also, of Martin Luther.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026
Erdogan, a devout Muslim and graduate of a clerical school, has previously said he aims to raise a "pious generation".
From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026
The laid-back, devout Christian was reliably referred to as "our leader" by even his older Patriots teammates in several interviews this week.
From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026
A devout Muslim, Moeen does not drink alcohol.
From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026
Finding religion gave her a tiny bit of solace, and she remained a devout Muslim till the day she died.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
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