lectern

Example Sentences

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Then Wisor stood at a lectern and gave remarks aimed at Horning.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

Gustafson, originally 343rd on the list, asked to trade spots with another speaker as she approached the lectern.

From Salon • Nov. 17, 2025

Olson returned to the lectern with a new brief and a broader argument.

From Slate • Oct. 21, 2025

The hijinks continued when he stepped behind the lectern to speak and the teleprompter was not working.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 25, 2025

There is a crucifix mounted on the wall, a flag of a cross draped over the lectern, and a few paintings of the Madonna and Child hanging in the back.

From "If I Stay" by Gayle Forman