cardinal

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

It was for similar reasons that cardinals of different persuasions were thought to have coalesced around him at conclave.

From BBC

Attributing consciousness to animals based on their responses was seen as a cardinal sin.

From BBC

However, the party's demand for land expropriation was a "cardinal principle", and it would not join the government if the ANC rejects it.

From BBC

Last week, Hong Kong’s Roman Catholic cardinal, Stephen Chow, wrote an article that subtly referenced the anniversary of the crackdown, calling for forgiveness, which he said could make “reconciliation and healing” possible.

From Seattle Times

"They will probably simply note the cardinal rule that a defendant is presumed innocent and is not required to testify," he said.

From Salon