New Jerusalem

noun

-jə-ˈrü-s(ə-)ləm How to pronounce New Jerusalem (audio)
Definition of New Jerusalemnext
1
as in sky
a dwelling place of perfect happiness for the soul after death prayed that the those recently departed will spend eternal life in New Jerusalem

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2
as in utopia
an often imaginary place or state of utter perfection and happiness an idealistic senator who thought that he could singlehandedly turn Washington into the New Jerusalem

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  1. sky
  2. utopia
  3. bliss
  4. heaven
  5. paradise
  6. promised land
Noun
  • Tuesday: New Year’s Eve in Baltimore Watch the Baltimore sky light up in celebration of 2025 on New Year’s Eve in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.
    John Coffren, Baltimore Sun, 26 Dec. 2024
  • The night sky will reveal stunning sights such as the craters of the Moon, the majestic rings of Saturn, the swirling bands of Jupiter, and other astronomical wonders.
    Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 26 Dec. 2024
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  • There’s a functional beauty to the nine romantic guest rooms, a close connection with nature, an outstanding equestrian program, a permaculture farm, a medicinal garden and a freeform approach to hospitality—a beautiful anarchy, an eco-luxury utopia.
    Ann Abel, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Who wouldn’t want to visit a spooky utopia where all manner of freaks are made to feel welcome?
    Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 25 Nov. 2024
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  • Later home felt everywhere, radiant waters, thistles, greenest hilltops dotted with sheep, masses of tulips and geese, wandering William’s intricate paths, pausing at every turn, life stretching ahead, mountains of bliss and searing sorrow for years to come.
    Jennifer Harlan, New York Times, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Price upon publish date of this article: $350 Flamingo Estate Peppermint Exfoliating Soap Brick $42 Buy Now at flamingo estate This oversized bar soap will turn the everyday task of washing hands into pure bliss.
    Adam Mansuroglu, WWD, 8 Dec. 2024
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  • The heavens are encouraging us to reassess our most significant plans and goals, perhaps calling us to review them once more in order to reach their greatest potential.
    Kyle Thomas, People.com, 22 Dec. 2024
  • The Himalayas not only reach up into the heavens but plunge deep into the mantle beneath, with a mountain root that reaches some 155 miles below the surface.
    Carly Miller, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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  • Imagine being transported to a plastic-free paradise.
    Will Stone, NPR, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Then sink into the mineral-rich hot springs at Furnas, where the earth itself simmers beneath your feet, or wander through the botanical paradise of Terra Nostra Park, home to over 600 different types of camellias, one of the largest collections in the world.
    Alexandra Gillespie, Outside Online, 16 Dec. 2024
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  • Hunter was promised land to be granted to individual Indian settlers but was unsuccessful in getting a tribal grant with the right of self-government.
    Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 25 Mar. 2024
  • They had been promised land and glory in a rapid campaign.
    Liana Fix, Foreign Affairs, 16 Sep. 2022
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