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a
: formal division in or separation from a church or religious body
b
: the offense of promoting schism
Examples of schism in a Sentence
a schism between leading members of the party
The church was divided by schism.
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Robyn Bahr, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Mar. 2025
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Robyn Bahr, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Mar. 2025
Their hometown is, rather, an alternate universe where Lear’s vision of American progress prevails—where people talk things out, jokes repair societal schisms, love wins, and bigots face consequences.
—Judy Berman, TIME, 6 Feb. 2025
That yearslong schism in the franchise’s direction has created a unique challenge for the developers in creating a fresh approach for the franchise.
—Alyssa Mercante, Rolling Stone, 23 Jan. 2025
There are deep schisms in Israeli politics that could threaten the longevity of the deal.
—Mick Krever, CNN, 17 Jan. 2025
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“Schism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/schism. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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1
b
: lack of harmony : discord
2
a
: division in or separation from a church or religious body
b
: the offense of promoting schism
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