preacher

Example Sentences

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Emily says the real Eric was very different to the pious preacher he portrayed himself to be.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

George also experienced a religious awakening that prompted him to become a preacher and, around 1774, help establish the Silver Bluff Baptist Church, which is still active today.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Islam is the state religion but the constitution guarantees freedom of worship, subject to approval by the authorities for the place of worship and the preacher.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

“Rev. Jackson was a dynamic speaker, a preacher, so it was call and response,” she said.

From Salon • Feb. 19, 2026

The three of us might look like complete pure fools tracking down this preacher lady and her bats.

From "Missing May" by Cynthia Rylant