preach
verb (used with object)
to proclaim or make known by sermon (the gospel, good tidings, etc.).
preaches
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present tense formof preach (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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In closed-door sessions each quarter, JetZero’s team preaches to specialists from those airlines about specific elements of the aircraft, such as cabin layout, flight controls and cargo doors.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
On Tuesday night, Lahmeyer, a 34-year-old who preaches in suits, announced that he was running to represent Tulsa’s solidly red district, which is currently held by Rep. Kevin Hern.
From Slate ● Mar. 26, 2026
Smith-Njigba said Kupp’s greatest influence was the “process over results” Kupp preaches.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 7, 2026
But experts who work with children say that there is a long way to go before the system can properly implement the ideals the law preaches.
From BBC ● Jan. 13, 2026
“His church is mostly immigrants. They can’t understand him if he preaches in English.”
From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson
