as in altars
a raised flat surface where a priest or minister stands when leading a worship service
The pastor ascended the pulpit.
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The altars are laden with baked goods, fruit and flowers.—
Carlie Kollath Wells,
Axios,
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Families, villages, and churches came together in gratitude, building altars laden with food in his honor.—
Cindy Salvato,
Saveur,
19 Mar. 2025
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Both Aspen podiums offer an $80,000 purse with $50,000 for first, $20,000 for second and $10,000 for third.—
Michelle Bruton,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Senna achieved 41 wins, 65 pole positions, 19 fastest laps and 80 podiums and was known for his aggressive driving style.—
Ryan Canfield,
Fox News,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Pulpits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pulpits. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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