faith-based
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of faith-based
First recorded in 1865–70
Example Sentences
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Sustainable and faith-based funds now hold trillions of dollars worldwide, and faith-based options in particular are among the fastest-growing parts of the market right now.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 6, 2026
Crucially, as Wilcox and Stone see it, both faith-based and feminist ideologies can push dads toward greater involvement, turning conservative-religious and liberal fathers into mirror images.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 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
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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