christened
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As part of FIFA’s efforts to keep the focus on its partners, stadiums have been christened with neutral, location-specific names that show up even on Apple and Google Maps.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 27, 2026
The hero was never named in the book, but the character was christened Harry Palmer for the film and played by Michael Caine.
From BBC ● Mar. 17, 2026
In lighter news, Disney christened its newest cruise ship, Disney Adventure.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 6, 2026
While it is still being rented out regularly to tenants, 7 ½ West End Court has now been christened “The Born to Run House” by Springsteen’s fans.
From Salon ● Mar. 4, 2026
The Lawrences’ second son, born just after New Year’s Day 1941, was christened Robert, after Oppenheimer.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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