Sacred Heart
Americannoun
noun
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the heart of Jesus Christ, a symbol of His love and sacrifice
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a representation of this, usually bleeding, as an aid to devotion
Etymology
Origin of Sacred Heart
First recorded in 1755–65
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Baptist Health and Ascension Sacred Heart are widely recognized for high-quality healthcare.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 25, 2026
After six weeks at Sacred Heart, she moved off the waitlist at St. Mary’s Residence on the Upper East Side, where she lived for nearly a year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
But Bruni easily could have been talking about Sacred Heart Hospital, whose staff vacillates between bridging the compassion gap between medical professionals and patients and managing our expectations.
From Salon ● Feb. 26, 2026
Ready for another walk through the halls of Sacred Heart Hospital with J.D.,
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 2, 2026
Dad and Mam sit at the table and Grandma sits under the Sacred Heart with her mug of tea.
From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt
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