shrines
- plural of shrine.
Example Sentences
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The result at Deanna Evans is a series of shrines through which eyes consider us or hands, clasped in prayer or curved in a blessing, beckon.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
Cherry flowers at ancient temples and shrines in Kyoto are particularly popular among visitors and locals.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
In a salty touch, the first thing Kenna does is remove his roadside cross, claiming he hated memorial shrines.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026
Speaking on behalf of the Adunni Olorisha Trust, Akinsanya said the carver's "craftsmanship is visible in the ritual figures, majestic pillars, and beautifully crafted roofs adorning many of the shrines".
From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026
‘Father,’Jason said, ‘I made a vow to honour all the gods. I promised Kymopoleia that once this war is over none of the gods would be without shrines at the camps.’
From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan
