christening

Example Sentences

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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

Porteous has received royal commissions in the past from Prince William and Catherine, including for behind the scenes moments from Louis' christening.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 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

Her worst mistake is decorating a christening cake in bold red script with the words “In sympathy.”

From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García