crucifixion
noun
cru·ci·fix·ion
ˌkrü-sə-ˈfik-shən 
1
a
capitalized
: the crucifying of Christ
b
: the act of crucifying
2
: extreme and painful punishment, affliction, or suffering
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the crucifixion of the rebel Spartacus
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The events of the stations of the cross followed, ultimately leading to Jesus' crucifixion.
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Chad Murphy, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Officially titled The Chosen: The Last Supper, the fifth season depicts the events of Holy Week – the period leading up to Jesus’ crucifixion, during which the Sanhedrin and the High Priest plot to hand Him over to the Romans for execution.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
In Christianity, it is associated with the Last Supper, where Judas, the 13th guest, betrayed Jesus, leading to his crucifixion on a Friday, according to USA TODAY.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 13 June 2025
Appearing on The Joe Rogan Experience, Gibson shared ambitious plans to continue the story of Jesus Christ following his crucifixion in 2004's epic biblical drama.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
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Chad Murphy, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Officially titled The Chosen: The Last Supper, the fifth season depicts the events of Holy Week – the period leading up to Jesus’ crucifixion, during which the Sanhedrin and the High Priest plot to hand Him over to the Romans for execution.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
In Christianity, it is associated with the Last Supper, where Judas, the 13th guest, betrayed Jesus, leading to his crucifixion on a Friday, according to USA TODAY.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 13 June 2025
Appearing on The Joe Rogan Experience, Gibson shared ambitious plans to continue the story of Jesus Christ following his crucifixion in 2004's epic biblical drama.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for crucifixion
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“Crucifixion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crucifixion. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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crucifixion
noun
cru·ci·fix·ion
ˌkrü-sə-ˈfik-shən
1
capitalized
: the crucifying of Jesus
2
: an act of crucifying
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