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papal

[pey-puhl] / ˈpeɪ pəl /
ADJECTIVE
pertaining to the pope
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A papal letter reveals that Hadrian appointed Offa the steward of various monasteries dedicated to St. Peter.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

The carefully crafted red carpet reception for the papal visit was in sharp contrast to criticism of detention conditions.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

Leaders of several armed and secessionist groups said the three‑day measure was in recognition of the "profound spiritual importance" of the papal visit, which starts on Wednesday, and the need to safeguard civilian life.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

His low-key approach, say some papal observers, has made it harder for him to make himself heard in a wider world that’s being shaken up by populism, strongman leaders and raw power politics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

In 1605, Paul V had been elected Pope, and he made a determined effort to extend the authority of the Church and tighten the papal grip on Catholic states.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin




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