Shabbat
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Shabbat
from Hebrew shabbāth; see Sabbath
Example Sentences
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Ultra-Orthodox Jews approached at the protest declined to speak to journalists, saying that doing so would violate Shabbat.
From Barron's ● Aug. 17, 2026
In 2022, he launched his first run for governor with a television ad explaining that he always makes it home on Friday to celebrate Shabbat dinner with his family.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026
"This Friday night, just like every other, my family will gather for Shabbat - with the wonders of technology adding on screen those at college or travel," he adds.
From BBC ● May 2, 2026
She drove in a rainstorm to meet me for a Shabbat dinner.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 20, 2026
Except for breakfast, supper, and Shabbat, he was never home.
From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok
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