churchyard
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of churchyard
Example Sentences
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As the funeral procession approached the churchyard, a group of women tossed rose petals and rice.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026
"The band and the family wanted something fitting for the churchyard," Reid told the BBC.
From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026
In the early 19th century, Americans usually died at home and were buried in the local churchyard or on family-owned land.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026
Stones stolen from a 19th Century churchyard are expected to cost more than £20,000 to repair.
From BBC • Jul. 27, 2025
It felt bad enough at the time, but I had no idea in the churchyard that day how far-reaching the repercussions would be.
From "Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro
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