Example Sentences

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Today, it’s as though it’s waiting for last rites.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

This year's rites, drawing worshippers from across the Islamic world including Iran, follow waves of Iranian attacks on targets in Saudi Arabia and its Gulf neighbours.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Communities practiced cremation, traditional burials, skull only depositions, and complex multi stage burial rites, sometimes within the same settlements.

From Science Daily • May 19, 2026

Her last rites will take place on Monday evening at Shivaji Park in Mumbai city, with full state honours.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

And there seems to be one thing that unites everyone’s rites: they can be dangerous.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy