friars
- plural of friar.
Example Sentences
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Coronado, a nobleman around 30 years old, set out in early 1540 with 350 Spaniards, 1,500 indigenous allies and five friars.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
"Direct contact with nature gave the friars legitimacy, special spiritual powers and access to valuable natural resources including timber, crops and wild animals," Dr. Ilko says.
From Science Daily • Feb. 2, 2026
The lantern-making tradition evolved from nighttime processions held by Spanish friars during the 300-plus years of Madrid's colonial rule, the city government said.
From Barron's • Dec. 19, 2025
Outside, in the bright sunshine in St Peter's Square, people mingled with priests and friars under the imposing basilica.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2025
His given name was Johann, but the friars changed it to Gregor Johann Mendel.
From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee
