shrine
Example Sentences
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Christians soon built a shrine over his grave and other Christians were buried next to him.
Bower had essentially made a shrine to villainy.
From Los Angeles Times
"When we got intelligence that there is a particular dangerous witchdoctor operating a shrine, we will work with the traditional healers," said an officer on the raid, Assistant Superintendent Aliu Jallo.
From BBC
His home in Chennai has become a shrine for thousands of fans seeking a glimpse, a blessing, or the naming of a newborn.
From BBC
In Asian culture, there are lots of shrines in homes, ancestral shrines with pictures of grandmas and candles.
From Los Angeles Times
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