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abbot

[ab-uht] / ˈæb ət /
NOUN
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"People are facing many economic hardships," said the abbot, U Thudassa.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

“I am looking forward to the silence finally stopping, because 54 years of silence is a long time,” said Bishop Kassianos of Aravissos, the abbot of the seminary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 1, 2025

Caldey Abbey commissioned the report, and its new abbot apologised for the pain and suffering caused.

From BBC • Dec. 9, 2024

When the abbot began taking questions, Seong-hun raised his hand.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2024

“I’m afraid you can’t stay here, William,” the abbot said.

From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz




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