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martyrdom

[mahr-ter-duhm] / ˈmɑr tər dəm /


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It draws on core Shiite themes of martyrdom and resistance, reinforcing the image of the younger Khamenei as the rightful successor to lead the Islamic Republic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

Around 5:00 am on Sunday, Iranian state TV announced Khamenei's death, saying he had "fulfilled his lifelong dream" of martyrdom.

From Barron's • Mar. 1, 2026

"With the martyrdom of the supreme leader, his path and mission neither will be lost nor will be forgotten, on the other hand, they will be pursued with greater vigour and zeal," a presenter said.

From Barron's • Mar. 1, 2026

Motherhood’s long association with martyrdom is a real turn-off.

From Salon • Feb. 4, 2026

Standing unprotected as I was, I felt I was living the martyrdom of Saint Sebastian.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel




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