preaching
Americannoun
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the act or practice of a person who preaches.
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the art of delivering sermons.
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a sermon.
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a public religious service with a sermon.
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Etymology
Origin of preaching
1225–75; Middle English preching (gerund); see preach, -ing 1, -ing 2
Example Sentences
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But it turns out that for many Americans, preaching the gospel of ranch isn’t a job.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
"If someone wants to criticise me for preaching the Gospel... I hope simply to be listened to because of the value of God's words."
From BBC • May 5, 2026
These men aren’t preaching Jesus Christ’s gospel of self-sacrifice and humility.
From Salon • May 4, 2026
“But as I got older and was actually able to learn what the religion was preaching, I made my own decision that I agree with a lot of it.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026
James Pullum, Deborah’s ex-husband, is still preaching in Baltimore.
From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot
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