christening

Example Sentences

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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

One moment that stood out for Page was Doris appearing on drums at Neil the Baby’s christening as Uncle Bryn, played by Rob Brydon, sang the classic, So Strong.

From BBC • Dec. 6, 2024

“We’ve been playing with a name for a while,” Mayor Rex Richardson said, noting that a news release touting the program had been delayed days because of christening purposes.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2024

She promised that she would get the two books; they would be her christening present to the baby.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith