vicar

Example Sentences

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“Why hit the first time? OK, why hit again?” said Father Antonius Eid-Farah, the vicar of St. George Parish and aide to Al-Rahi.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

As originally built it did not include a place of worship, but a large donation by a vicar and the agitation of some faithful fellows saw plans approved.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 4, 2026

When Gareth walked into the church in Little Horton, he met its vicar, the Reverend Derek Jones, who encapsulates the dilemma.

From BBC • Nov. 22, 2025

Meanwhile, the chief superintendent comes to Geordie with an offer that could also mean an end to his crime-solving partnership with the village vicar.

From BBC • Jul. 9, 2025

The vicar was a hundred yards off at least, walking quickly away across the common with arms swinging freely.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan