reverential

Example Sentences

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But fairs emphasized the typical, not the singular; the popular, not the elite; the commercial, not the reverential.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

Snider’s slow, elegantly understated and, within bounds, reverential opera operates as much as a passion play as an opera.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2025

I think there's a reverential approach that is just as, if not more, valuable.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2025

“While the new owners plan to be reverential to Deadspin’s unique voice, they plan to take a different content approach regarding the site’s overall sports coverage,” he said.

From New York Times • Mar. 11, 2024

“I think the money is the best part of it. What will you do with such a fortune?” asked Amy, regarding the magic slip of paper with a reverential eye.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott