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
It said this was "proving difficult to fill", particularly after the vicar left in September, with recruitment for their replacement yet to begin.
From BBC • Nov. 3, 2025
Reverend Gregor Lachlann-Waddell, vicar at the church, said: "The celebration befits a man whose life was marked by music, resilience, and unwavering hope."
From BBC • May 29, 2025
The guards on the wall this morning were the Reverend Myles, the vicar of Wall, and Mr. Bromios, the innkeeper.
From "Stardust" by Neil Gaiman
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