prelate

Example Sentences

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Critics say the results have been mixed and have accused Francis of being reluctant to defrock abusive prelates.

From Reuters

Cardinal Müller and other prelates say that Francis, on a personal level, simply does not like to hurt people’s feelings.

From New York Times

Marx’s offer was unusually public and self-reflective, given the opaque manner in which Catholic prelates usually step down.

From Washington Post

The polarized viewpoints of the two prelates illustrate how divisive this issue could be if, as expected, it comes before the U.S.

From Seattle Times

“He really feels that need to reach out to people on their home ground,” said the official, a Vatican prelate who is familiar with Iraq and who spoke on condition of anonymity.

From Reuters