worldly

Example Sentences

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“I was in a period of mourning and I didn’t want to give myself worldly pleasures because I thought it would make me feel icky or sad.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

Although there is scarcely a reader of history unaware of the widely rumored affair between Edwina Mountbatten—the viceroy’s wife—and Jawaharlal Nehru, that most worldly of Indian anti-imperialists, Mr. Dalrymple repackages it with jaunty mischief.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

To Kelson, it’s a reminder to savor what time we still have — and this may be his final worldly act.

From Salon • Jan. 23, 2026

There are still financial tasks that have to be done for you after your death, like filing your last tax return and cleaning up your worldly possessions.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 14, 2026

“We are worldly and awesome youth,” said Johnny, “so you’ve come to the right end of the table.”

From "We Were Liars" by E. Lockhart