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Those dueling benedictions point to the challenge ahead for Warsh, who is inheriting a burgeoning inflation problem that could make it difficult to persuade his new colleagues that the low rates Trump wants are advisable.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Asked specifically about church blessings for same-sex unions, Francis suggested they could be allowed as long as such benedictions aren’t confused with sacramental marriage.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 3, 2023

Scrawled along the length of the wall, in pastel chalk, were appeals to community solidarity, affirmations that Black Lives Matter, and benedictions for the 10 lives lost in the Buffalo shooting.

From Scientific American • Dec. 22, 2022

He is probably only a teenager, but he very coolly makes the rounds of handshakes, daps, and benedictions.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2021

It was hard to say what she ever thought of Our Father’s benedictions, in church or out, so I pondered more interesting mysteries, such as her eye.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver