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Anoint

usgb/əˈnɔɪnt/Volume
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Religious CeremoniesPlay
Use 'anoint' to describe a sacred act performed by religious figures like priests or shamans. SlideThe tribal elder anointed the warrior with sacred oils.
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Symbolic ActPlay
'Anoint' often symbolizes a chosen status or divine favor in religious context. SlideIn the ceremony, she was anointed as the chosen speaker.
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Cultural SensitivityPlay
Respect religious beliefs when discussing anointing, as it is a spiritual tradition for many. SlideHe spoke respectfully about how kings were anointed in historical times.