robes

Example Sentences

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Last summer, he spent time training with Shaolin monks in China, the images of shaved-head Wemby in robes practicing martial arts, and there’s a meditative quality to his game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Think of the centurions who cast lots for Christ’s robes on the day of the Crucifixion in 33 A.D.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

The 23 senators present donned maroon velvet robes Monday and swore to "do impartial justice according to the constitution and the laws of the Philippines" at the trial.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

In the image, the president appears dressed in red and white robes as he cures a man with his healing hand.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Nok glimpsed the sheen of the Governor’s robes, and then her mother snapped her fingers again.

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat