faith-based
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of faith-based
First recorded in 1865–70
Example Sentences
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Leader of the Scottish Conservatives Russell Findlay said the scenes were "truly horrific" and that faith-based attacks had "absolutely no place in our country".
From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026
While previous administrations and presidents have regularly held and attended faith-based gatherings, Sunday's event is still unusual for its scale and the presence of top cabinet officials.
From Barron's • May 17, 2026
Several decades ago, hospice was a community-based and faith-based nonprofit industry.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026
Mercy Ships describes itself as a faith-based international development organisation which deploys hospital ships to some of the poorest countries in the world.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Whenever I found myself up against my mother’s faith-based obstinacy, I would try, as respectfully as possible, to counter with an opposing point of view.
From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah
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