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There is no reason to christen your freshly cleaned kitchen with a sink full of dishes.

From Salon ● Mar. 19, 2026

“It was way too soon to christen Arch Manning as a quarterback that could lead a team to a national championship,” Kanell added.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2025

But having the captain of the men’s national team come to christen the site, then engage some three dozen players, ages 9 to 13, in training drills, was priceless.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2025

These commitments are important, as they give Kennedy something to wad up and christen his wastebasket with when he steps into his new office.

From Slate ● Feb. 8, 2025

“I christen thee Biggs, Biggs, Biggs Canal--” Spender was on his feet, over the fire, and alongside Biggs before anyone moved.

From "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury

Camus’ The Plague is set in Oran, and with this connection in mind he christens his new series of unflinching depictions of massacre.

From Slate ● Jun. 6, 2025

There are lighter modern flourishes too - the father in one family christens his van Beyoncé, smartphones play a big part in the plot, and the soundtrack features Dua Lipa and Ed Sheeran.

From BBC ● Nov. 18, 2024

At the end of the season Carmy, Sydney and Marcus reclaim the cannoli with a savory creation Marcus christens The Michael.

From Salon ● Jun. 29, 2023

David Zwirner christens its L.A. space with an exhibition from Njideka Akunyili Crosby, featuring new and recent works in the artist’s first solo exhibition with the gallery.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 31, 2023

"We'll play you are the parson   That christens folks, you know."

From Cole's Funny Picture Book No. 1 by E. W. (Edward William) Cole

He lists a particular genus of moths christened Eucosoma bobana followed by E. cocana, E. dodana, E. fofana and so on, in singalong fashion for 23 more variations.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026

He later joked that "being christened Nigel set me back for years".

From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026

Sitting next to miniature mock-ups of the exhibitions, Opie noted that her longtime gallerist, Shaun Caley Regen, has christened this the “Catherine Opie World Tour 2026,” complete with T-shirts.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 26, 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

Dress sleeves are rolled up, ponytails tightened, and with squeals of delight, the Amazons—as they’ve christened themselves—step out on the slippery evening grass.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez

Porteous, who is based in Jersey, has received royal commissions in the past from Prince William and Catherine, including for behind the scenes moments from Louis' christening, Christmas cards and royal portraits.

From BBC ● May 2, 2026

They enact for their confused rescuer the story of the forgotten fairy at the christening, the curse and the spindle—and then go back to sleep.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 24, 2026

They took custody just after the baby was born, christening the little girl Sarah Frances Newby.

From Salon ● Oct. 31, 2025

Bitcoin had risen nine out of the previous 11 Octobers before this year, according to Dow Jones Market Data, leading to some bulls christening the month “Uptober.”

From Barron's ● Oct. 16, 2025

“She will wear that white dress for her christening, Sister,” Arize said.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie