exhortative

Example Sentences

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Detaching himself early from that exacting church, while retaining a touch of its exhortative spirit, he developed an interest in dance.

From New York Times • Nov. 15, 2024

But his tone, neither exhortative nor triumphalist nor even particularly reassuring, is sort of … flat.

From Slate • Dec. 6, 2021

Not far behind is the pulpit dervish Clara Walker, whose exhortative way with a tune doubles as furnace and fan.

From New York Times • Jun. 24, 2021

During the first week of his trip John Paul quickly turned characteristic Canadian reserve into enthusiasm, as he switched with ease from exhortative Pontiff to caring pastor.

From Time Magazine Archive

The Rev. Stephen Masterton felt his throat swell with his old exhortative indignation.

From Selected Stories of Bret Harte by Harte, Bret