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missionary

[mish-uh-ner-ee] / ˈmɪʃ əˌnɛr i /


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The author also reveals the desperate conditions that beset Monrovia, the capital of Liberia, and the two Americans who were driven by their religious faith to serve the same missionary hospital.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

My grandpa retired at 70 after working as a missionary for most of his life and later at a national laboratory.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 24, 2026

Weston Port, the former San Juan Hills High standout linebacker, is finishing up his second year as a Mormon missionary on assignment in Spain.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

Liu said he saw himself as a "missionary" spreading cycle culture.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

The missionary ladies had put together a Santa bag of gifts donated by members of another church.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan




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