sacred site
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Over the centuries, this sacred site grew in prominence, becoming one of Britain's major pilgrimage destinations for more than 300 years.
From BBC • Nov. 30, 2025
Still, the first “Limitless” had its “Goop”-y moments, such as an indigenous ceremony that was criticized for allegedly disrespecting a sacred site.
From Salon • Aug. 24, 2025
Oakland’s Indigenous-woman-led Sogorea Te’ Land Trust and members of the Confederated Villages of Lisjan Nation recently held a celebration to mark their preservation of a 2.2-acre sacred site known as the West Berkeley Shellmound.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 23, 2024
Jews consider the compound the most sacred site in Judaism, the Biblical Temple Mount.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 8, 2024
When he did start up again, his voice was all low and hushed, like he was talking in a church or a hospital or some other sacred site.
From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx
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