Examples of Ash Wednesday in a Sentence
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In Rome, Christian leaders incorporated the tradition as a way to prelude Lent, when people would often fast between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday.
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Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 12 June 2024
This Fool was canceled on February 14, which (besides Valentine’s Day) was Ash Wednesday.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 8 June 2024
This 40-year-old seafood joint known for 'best fish sandwich' is a favorite during Lent
Ash Wednesday this week marked the beginning of Lent in 2024
Read more about the religious traditions around Lent.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 16 Feb. 2024
With Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday falling on the same day this year, a longtime husband and wife from Phoenix had advice for younger married couples.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 14 Feb. 2024
Other examples include Ash Wednesday and Palm Sunday.
—Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 31 Mar. 2024
In the early days of Lent – the time period of fasting between Ash Wednesday and Easter – meat was given up, as well as dairy products.
—USA TODAY, 30 Mar. 2024
Easter FAQs:When is Easter 2024, Ash Wednesday, and answers to other questions about the Lenten season
Benny’s Cafe
Open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. All dine-in dinners include soup or salad, a glass of wine or beer, and an ice cream dessert.
—Elaine Rewolinski, Journal Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2024
When do Christians fast? Christians are obligated to fast and abstain on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, as well as fast from meat on Fridays during Lent, according to Catholic Online.
—Marina Johnson, The Indianapolis Star, 19 Mar. 2024
Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 12 June 2024
This Fool was canceled on February 14, which (besides Valentine’s Day) was Ash Wednesday.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 8 June 2024
This 40-year-old seafood joint known for 'best fish sandwich' is a favorite during Lent
Ash Wednesday this week marked the beginning of Lent in 2024
Read more about the religious traditions around Lent.
—Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 16 Feb. 2024
With Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday falling on the same day this year, a longtime husband and wife from Phoenix had advice for younger married couples.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 14 Feb. 2024
Other examples include Ash Wednesday and Palm Sunday.
—Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 31 Mar. 2024
In the early days of Lent – the time period of fasting between Ash Wednesday and Easter – meat was given up, as well as dairy products.
—USA TODAY, 30 Mar. 2024
Easter FAQs:When is Easter 2024, Ash Wednesday, and answers to other questions about the Lenten season
Benny’s Cafe
Open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. All dine-in dinners include soup or salad, a glass of wine or beer, and an ice cream dessert.
—Elaine Rewolinski, Journal Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2024
When do Christians fast? Christians are obligated to fast and abstain on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, as well as fast from meat on Fridays during Lent, according to Catholic Online.
—Marina Johnson, The Indianapolis Star, 19 Mar. 2024
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“Ash Wednesday.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Ash%20Wednesday. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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