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pilgrimages

  • plural
    of pilgrimage.
    pilgrimage
    noun
    a journey, especially a long one, made to some sacred place as an act of religious devotion.
  • present tense form
    of pilgrimage (3rd person singular).
    pilgrimage
    noun
    a journey, especially a long one, made to some sacred place as an act of religious devotion.

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Joining most events no longer depends on being in a particular place, which is one reason modern pilgrimages appear old-fashioned.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026

They’re the golden child of the produce aisle, the ingredient that inspires pilgrimages to farmers markets and endless declarations that this is the year we’ll finally grow our own.

From Salon ● Jun. 11, 2026

Starting in the fourth century, pilgrimages were served up by the church as a way for Christians to pay penance for their sins.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 25, 2026

Saudi officials are keen to keep conflict far from the minds of visitors, who have travelled long distances for one of the world's biggest annual pilgrimages.

From Barron's ● May 22, 2026

It was their duty to draw nigh to him, to enjoy the sight of him, and from time to time to make pilgrimages to him.

From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok