as in scriptural
relating to, taken from, or found in the Bible
a biblical passage The city was a center for trade in biblical times.
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Recent Examples of biblical
This superstitious date, historically linked to everything from biblical betrayals to medieval massacres, has become a sacred day for tattoo and piercing parlors across the country.
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Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Press releases, rife with references to Sodom and biblical implications, appeared to be focused as much on titillation as on science.
—Mark Boslough, Scientific American, 25 June 2025
Workers must often reckon with complicated geography, demanding bosses, ever more biblical weather, and schedules that force time-conscious drivers to urinate in bottles.
—Simon Parkin, The Atlantic, 23 June 2025
Supporters say the biblical strictures are foundational to understanding the law.
—Sophie Hills, Christian Science Monitor, 23 June 2025
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Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Press releases, rife with references to Sodom and biblical implications, appeared to be focused as much on titillation as on science.
—Mark Boslough, Scientific American, 25 June 2025
Workers must often reckon with complicated geography, demanding bosses, ever more biblical weather, and schedules that force time-conscious drivers to urinate in bottles.
—Simon Parkin, The Atlantic, 23 June 2025
Supporters say the biblical strictures are foundational to understanding the law.
—Sophie Hills, Christian Science Monitor, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for biblical
Adjective
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Using scientific principles, scriptural references and personal experiences, Allen offers a vision of the soul’s journey after death.—
Ascend Agency,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2025
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Beyond the scant scriptural references, a rich treasury of myth can be found.—
Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
19 Apr. 2025
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Regardless of region, a memorable melody remains the holy grail.—
Faye Bradley,
Variety,
4 July 2025
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On paper, unlimited PTO sounds like the holy grail of benefits a company can offer its employees—the ability to take endless vacations and avoid burnout.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
2 July 2025
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Lent is the 46-day liturgical season that precedes the holiday of Easter, which commemorates the life, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus.—
Grace Tucker,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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Today few Christian churches embrace this practice as a regular part of worship, however in Austin, Wesley United Methodist Church, offers an active liturgical dance ministry.—
Austin American Statesman,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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Those generally include religious organizations like churches, synagogues, temples, and mosques in the U.S., as well as domestic nonprofit schools and hospitals.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Political and religious leaders such as Malafaia and Magno Malta embrace a vengeful Jesus willing to strike down non-believers and perceived enemies of God.—
Emi Eleode,
Time,
14 July 2025
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Life is sacred to the Republican Party only in the womb.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
3 July 2025
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And then the signers pledge their fortunes, their lives and their sacred honor to it.—
Lee Habeeb,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 July 2025
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Secretary of State Henry Kissinger sat just behind home plate alongside baseball commissioner Bowie Kuhn, and he was tasked with throwing out the ceremonial first pitch.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
14 July 2025
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Princess Kate wore a red cape dress to the ceremonial welcome in London for the president and first lady of the Republic of Korea on November 21, 2023.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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“Biblical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/biblical. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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