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as in purity
the quality or state of being morally pure
a saint who is often held up as a model of chastity
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as in celibacy
abstention from sexual intercourse
vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience
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Recent Examples of chastity
Iran's parliament has passed a new chastity law to be implemented next week, further tightening already strict dressing restrictions, according to reports.
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Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
When Christianity began to spread throughout Europe, the veil's meaning grew, symbolizing modesty, purity and chastity, Kolosok said.
—Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 25 Sep. 2024
For some, chastity devices involve orgasm denial for the duration of the month.
—Mikelle Street, Them, 9 Oct. 2024
Origin: Irish Meaning: From the lake Alternative Spellings & Variations: Lin, Lynne
Artemis
An unforgettable baby name, Artemis is derived from the Greek goddess of the moon, hunting, and chastity.
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 20 Sep. 2024
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Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
When Christianity began to spread throughout Europe, the veil's meaning grew, symbolizing modesty, purity and chastity, Kolosok said.
—Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 25 Sep. 2024
For some, chastity devices involve orgasm denial for the duration of the month.
—Mikelle Street, Them, 9 Oct. 2024
Origin: Irish Meaning: From the lake Alternative Spellings & Variations: Lin, Lynne
Artemis
An unforgettable baby name, Artemis is derived from the Greek goddess of the moon, hunting, and chastity.
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 20 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chastity
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The film’s legacy, import, and influence, however, is undeniable, thanks to Lynch’s inimitable mixing of white picket fence optimism, pop purity, and unadulterated evil.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
16 Jan. 2025
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The formula is crafted with 100% organic, all-natural ingredients, including full-spectrum Live Resin and terpenes that are rigorously third-party lab-tested for purity.—
Rowan Briggs,
The Mercury News,
15 Jan. 2025
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Key Survey Findings: 43% of Black Gen Z daters are practicing celibacy.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
12 Sep. 2024
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Friedman's refreshingly honest answers about her own celibacy challenge the conventional notions of fulfillment and happiness.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
17 Dec. 2024
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The only 100% effective way to prevent syphilis is abstinence.—
Heidi Cope,
Health,
26 Dec. 2024
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More specifically, taking methadone or Suboxone during pregnancy can cause neonatal abstinence syndrome.—
Patricia Weiser, PharmD,
Verywell Health,
25 Oct. 2024
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“Chastity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chastity. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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