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shrine

noun

ˈshrīn

Definition of shrine

as in sanctuary

a place that is considered sacred (as within a religion) for centuries pilgrims have traveled to the shrine of Saint Thomas à Becket in Canterbury, England

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Recent Examples of shrine While there are a handful of shrines and temples to visit, the real appeal here is the pace. — Amy Tadehara, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026 For this, Ruiz would often take a day to himself and go up the Pepirí River, to the shrine of Our Lady. — Literary Hub, 14 Aug. 2026 The demon Rasho-gan has taken over the shrine and corrupted worshippers’ prayers. — Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026 Near the shrine, Mohammad Yasin Ahmadi, 15, has come from the Iranian city of Qom on his second pilgrimage. — Jane Arraf, NPR, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shrine

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sanctuary

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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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