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Recent Examples of messianic
In the context of Herbert’s Dune, the multi-millennia-long conspiracy in human engineering necessary to yield a messianic hero of startling apocalyptic power sounds supercool, giving Paul a Chosen One stature of virtually unparalleled magnitude.
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Scott Tobias, Vulture, 17 Nov. 2024
Many of those supporters subscribe to the messianic belief that Schneerson is still alive.
—Jake Offenhartz, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Jan. 2024
The complex is set to become an even more incendiary flashpoint: a growing far-right messianic movement, once on the fringes, is making its way into the mainstream with the aim of establishing a Jewish monopoly over the entire compound, conducting animal sacrifices there, and rebuilding the temple.
—Mairav Zonszein, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2024
The Second Temple era ended after the Zealots took over with messianic visions and almost destroyed the Jewish people, almost destroyed the Jewish religion, which had to then reinvent itself.
—Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 4 Oct. 2024
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Scott Tobias, Vulture, 17 Nov. 2024
Many of those supporters subscribe to the messianic belief that Schneerson is still alive.
—Jake Offenhartz, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Jan. 2024
The complex is set to become an even more incendiary flashpoint: a growing far-right messianic movement, once on the fringes, is making its way into the mainstream with the aim of establishing a Jewish monopoly over the entire compound, conducting animal sacrifices there, and rebuilding the temple.
—Mairav Zonszein, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2024
The Second Temple era ended after the Zealots took over with messianic visions and almost destroyed the Jewish people, almost destroyed the Jewish religion, which had to then reinvent itself.
—Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 4 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for messianic
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With millions of loyal social media followers and hordes of zealous fans, these celebs are master communicators.Jane Hanson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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There’s the wellness enthusiast, ever zealous to remind us to take a break and stretch.Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 4 Dec. 2024
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Long known for its classic aesthetic, Chris-Craft has exited the pandemic with a plan to reach young, well-heeled watersport enthusiasts who find a more stately million-dollar 37-footer impractical.Jaclyn Trop, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
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Some of these sweeping goals are admirable, some impractical.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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This entitlement, characterized by unrealistic expectations for instant success and recognition, has led to a shift in work attitudes and behaviors, presenting challenges for business leaders.Nilesh Parmar, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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While avoiding sweet treats entirely might be unrealistic, experts recommend practicing mindful portion control and resisting the temptation to go back for seconds.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
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Edward Norton supplies the film with a gentle Pete Seeger, someone used to leading audiences in peaceful, utopian song but increasingly mystified by this newcomer who sharpens the folk movement into a spear and then takes the battle in a completely different direction.Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 24 Dec. 2024
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Ultimately, while the dream that humanity will be freed from the shackles of labor and freed to pursue a life of leisure and creativity is attractive, the leap to this utopian state is far from guaranteed.Bernard Marr, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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John Lennon's sons Sean Ono Lennon and Julian Lennon recently spent some time together in a sentimental place.Gil Macias, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
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Other than Langley’s, all of those tracks have skewed toward the emotional, sentimental, or dramatic.Justin Curto, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Messianic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/messianic. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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