tribulation

Example Sentences

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They thought they needed to keep themselves spiritually pure to survive the coming tribulation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

Howard sings about seeking, and claiming, the strength to rise above obstacles and tribulation: “I am not fearless but fear will stop me,” she vows.

From New York Times • Apr. 28, 2023

Some believe the rapture will occur before the tribulation, some after, and some not at all.

From Slate • Oct. 6, 2022

Isn't it possible we are looking around after this tribulation and our families and immediate households are in a higher position in our hearts because it's all we had to get us through this?

From Salon • Sep. 24, 2022

After years and years of tribulation and controversy, and the brouhaha about the match, Fischer had arrived at the threshold of his lifelong goal.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady