martyry

noun

Definition of martyrynext
as in shrine

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  1. shrine
  2. sanctuary
Noun
  • The area behind the prime minister's house is the Bari Imam shrine and its surrounding neighborhoods.
    — Diaa Hadid, NPR, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Original proposals placed the Grand Mosque near Les Invalides, a set of buildings that serve as a shrine to France’s military heroes.
    — Shannon Fogg, The Conversation, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of shrine
Noun
  • Situated by the storied Osaka Castle, Patina Osaka is a modern urban sanctuary that pays homage to the Japanese city’s singular beauty and immerses guests in its dynamic culture.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Her condition ultimately deteriorated, and veterinarians were unable to revive her after her heart stopped, according to the sanctuary.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
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“Martyry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/martyry. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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