Example Sentences

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He dramatically curbed the powers of the religious establishment, disbanding the Islamic police and ending the funding for ultra-conservative proselytization overseas.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 3, 2026

He has become synonymous with his DIY-ethos and his proselytization of analog recording methods.

From Seattle Times • May 8, 2023

Much of Tonkin’s work — detailed in his newsletter, “Amazon News” — followed what anthropologists describe as the Amazon’s third wave of the proselytization.

From Washington Post • Oct. 31, 2021

It hints that maybe proselytization wasn’t motivating him so much as the urge to leave his mark on yet another of America’s best musical traditions.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2014

He is not prone to proselytization but has the conviction of a zealot.

From New York Times • Nov. 10, 2012