guiding spirit
Example Sentences
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That was part of the guiding spirit that made Warped a summer fixture for 25 years.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2024
The executive said "common prosperity" was no longer a concern only for central government-owned financial firms but had trickled down to state investment banks and become the "guiding spirit" for pay talks this year.
From Reuters ● Jul. 29, 2022
Yemandja becomes the guiding spirit for Omolola, a young woman whose singing can change the world, but only if her heart remains pure.
From Washington Post ● May 4, 2022
Through all his twists and turns Lincoln held firm to his belief that the guiding spirit of the Constitution was the principle of fundamental human equality proclaimed in the Declaration of Independence.
From New York Times ● Jan. 12, 2021
“Today this place is full of noise and happiness. The guiding spirit of the General stands over us Like a great tree: let all who are afraid Take shelter under his mighty shadow!”
From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer
