as in hymn
a religious song
sang carols at the Christmas Eve service
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as in to praise
to proclaim the glory of
landscape photographs that carol the majesty and monumentality of Yosemite Valley
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Recent Examples of carol
Janine Henni, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
When December 2025 rolls around, Carey will likely make history as well with her yuletide carol.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Chad De Guzman, TIME, 18 Dec. 2024
The town’s historic Victorian buildings make a historic backdrop for the many activities, including caroling, carriage rides and a Santa train ride.
—Nerdwallet, Twin Cities, 7 Dec. 2024
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Noun
The clip shared on X opens with a shot of a glittering Christmas tree and string lights outside Westminster Abbey, where the fourth annual carol service was held on Dec. 6.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
When December 2025 rolls around, Carey will likely make history as well with her yuletide carol.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Verb
Beyond the familiar traditions like Santa Claus, a fir tree, caroling and gift-giving, a number of countries—including the U.S.—bring their own unique twists, both old and new, to the holiday.
—Chad De Guzman, TIME, 18 Dec. 2024
The town’s historic Victorian buildings make a historic backdrop for the many activities, including caroling, carriage rides and a Santa train ride.
—Nerdwallet, Twin Cities, 7 Dec. 2024
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The hymn originated as a poem written by NAACP leader James Weldon Johnson in 1900, with its verses paired with music composed by Johnson’s brother, John Rosamond Johnson.—
Gail Mitchell,
Billboard,
9 Feb. 2025
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The hymn was first written as a poem by NAACP leader James Weldon Johnson in the late 1800s.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The continual errors have led fans at home games to loudly chant for Woodson’s ouster.—
Michael Marot,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2025
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Then, after more speeches and an introduction to the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club's Inner Circle, Phil left his stump and made his prediction as the crowd chanted his name and cheered.—
Julia Gomez,
USA TODAY,
2 Feb. 2025
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Amidst growing tension, Childress praised the teams' decision to challenge the agreement, highlighting the need for fairness within the sport.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
8 Feb. 2025
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Zach Seidl, a spokesperson for Bass, praised Soboroff’s lengthy record in the city, working to develop Playa Vista, bringing Staples Center — now Crypto.com Arena — to downtown and serving on the Board of Police Commissioners.—
Julia Wick,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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To naysayers, Lamar was too verbose, too political, too obscure for pop music’s biggest stage, which has typically featured culturally safe icons belting universally beloved anthems to the stadium rafters.—
Andrew R. Chow,
TIME,
10 Feb. 2025
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De Niro played a significant role in the anthem’s creation.—
Alice George,
Smithsonian Magazine,
7 Feb. 2025
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Related: What will Kendrick Lamar sing during the Super Bowl?—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
9 Feb. 2025
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The star sang, danced and played the drums, captivating the audience with his undeniable stage presence.—
Diane J. Cho,
People.com,
8 Feb. 2025
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This can involve recognizing and celebrating individual and team achievements, encouraging open and honest feedback, and providing opportunities for team members to build personal connections.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Days before the Philadelphia Eagles take on the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl, Philadelphia’s mayor sought to dissuade celebrating fans from climbing light poles or onto other equipment.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC News,
7 Feb. 2025
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He is known as the patron saint of bookbinders and wrote an illustrative book of psalms while at the monastery of St. Finnian, according to Discovering Ireland.—
Joyce Orlando,
The Tennessean,
15 Mar. 2024
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Inside the nave, choirs sang psalms, and the cathedral’s mighty organ thundered back to life in a triumphant interplay of melodies.—
Thomas Adamson and John Leicester,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Dec. 2024
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During the visit, the Dalai Lama blessed a 3-foot-tall Bodhi tree for the campus.—
Lou Ponsi,
Orange County Register,
11 Feb. 2025
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After the party, Ronnie led a Communion service and blessed the small congregation with holy water.—
Lawrence Wright,
The New Yorker,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Carol.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carol. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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