spir-
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a variation of
spiro-.
spiro-a combining form meaning “respiration,” used in the formation of compound words.
Example Sentences
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Imperfect mortals grasp the ultimate of spir- itual perfection slowly; but to begin aright and to con- tinue the strife of demonstrating the great problem of 254:15 being, is doing much.
From Science and Health, with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy
They should be wise spir- 235:21 itual guides to health and hope.
From Science and Health, with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy
Irreconciliable differences 356:9 Jesus reasoned on this subject practically, and con- trolled sickness, sin, and death on the basis of his spir- ituality.
From Science and Health, with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy
The darkest hours of all Love will finally mark the hour of harmony, and spir- itualization will follow, for Love is Spirit.
From Science and Health, with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy
The superiority of spir- 454:30 itual power over sensuous is the central point of Chris- tian Science.
From Science and Health, with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy