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advents
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the arrival of a significant event, person, or thing that has been eagerly anticipated
- The advent of the internet revolutionized how we communicate and access information.
- Historians mark the advent of the Industrial Revolution as a turning point in human history.
- With the advent of electric cars, the automotive industry is undergoing a major transformation.
- The advent of spring brings a renewed sense of hope and vitality after a long winter.
- The advent of space exploration has opened up new possibilities for understanding our universe.
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(in Christian belief) the future return of Jesus Christ to judge humanity at the Last Judgment
- Early Christians eagerly awaited the Advent of Christ.
- The sermon focused on preparing for the second Advent.
- Believers see the Advent as a time of ultimate justice.
- The prophecy speaks of signs before the Advent.
- Many hymns celebrate the coming Advent of the Lord.
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in Christian tradition, the period of four Sundays before Christmas, observed as a time of preparation and reflection
- The church was decorated for Advent with candles and wreaths.
- During Advent, families light a candle each week.
- The choir prepared special music for the Advent season.
- Advent calendars count down the days to Christmas.
- Fasting and prayer are common practices during Advent.