venerated
Example Sentences
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Behind the statue depicting a black Virgin Mary - venerated in both religions - are the words "pray for us and pray for the Muslims".
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
“I stand here because of the people that came before me,” Jordan said as he accepted the honor Sunday evening, citing venerated Black actors including Denzel Washington.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026
"From the very beginning, since the time of the catacombs, Christians have venerated the bones of martyrs, the relics of martyrs, and they have never really experienced it as something macabre," Cesareo said.
From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026
Their corresponding release made it clear that just because the term was chosen doesn’t mean it was being venerated.
From Salon • Jan. 13, 2026
However, once they have overcome them and have begun to be venerated, having wiped out all those who were envious of their accomplishments, they remain powerful, secure, honoured, and successful.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
