pillars

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But if there were three pillars to the transformation, there is still a long way to go.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Considered one of the five pillars of Islam, the Hajj has taken place almost every year for the past 14 centuries.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

The hajj, one of the five pillars of Islam, must be performed at least once by all Muslims with the means.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

A low unemployment rate and near-record-low level of layoffs are also big pillars of support for further spending, as people spend more when they feel secure in their jobs.

From MarketWatch • May 16, 2026

Then he saw the man’s hand reach out from behind one of the pillars with one finger curled back, summoning the kids forward.

From "The Strangers" by Margaret Peterson Haddix