worshiped

Example Sentences

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The same way that McIlroy worshiped Woods before playing alongside him, a new generation of players reached the highest level of the game by wanting to be McIlroy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

In it, a government scientist discovers that a scaly creature worshiped by island villagers as a sea god has grown to a monstrosity that dwarfs tall buildings.

From Salon • Mar. 20, 2026

Isis symbolizes healing and maternal love and was worshiped from England to Afghanistan during the time of the Roman Empire.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 17, 2025

The beauty in our home didn’t announce itself like it did in the movies I worshiped during countless weekend family trips to the Marina del Rey theater.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 14, 2024

Johnny almost worshiped him for his skill and almost loved him, because, ever and anon, he looked so much like Rab; but still it was only where horses were concerned they were equals.

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes