prophets

Example Sentences

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Nothing of that great regional upheaval greedily foretold by the prophets of Western decline.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Indeed, in both cases, followers of the dead prophets are constantly finding new meaning in old prophecies.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

His first Davos appearance in 2018 met occasional boos but he made a forceful return in 2020 when he dismissed the "prophets of doom" on climate and the economy.

From Barron's • Jan. 18, 2026

“God sends prophets here and there into the earth,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 20, 2025

By the cold, distant light of the stars, Nhamo could still make out the white robes of the prophets.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer