yule

noun

Definition of yulenext
as in Christmas

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Recent Examples of yule Decorate a yule log, search for hidden ones, and gather around the campfire for s’mores, cider, and a special wish-burning tradition. — Debra Skodack, Kansas City Star, 10 Dec. 2025 And in fact, telling ghost stories was a tradition, probably around a roaring fire, during the yule in Victorian times. — David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Dec. 2025 For a seasonal sweet treat with Parisian flair, try the traditional Bûche de Noël, the French version of a yule log cake. — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2025 According to McGrady, teatime included mince pies, scones, and a chocolate yule log and Christmas cake, with another Christmas cake made especially for the royal grandchildren. — Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 22 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for yule
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  1. Christmas
  2. nativity
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  • There is no doubt Leoni, who turns 19 shortly before Christmas, is a raw prospect, but the talent is obvious.
    — Andy Jones, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2025
  • Many of his workers rotate to different industries after the season is over, including making Christmas wreaths.
    — David Culver, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2025
Definition of Christmas
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  • Cicero, originally from Scicli, suggests bookmarking the Church of San Bartolomeo’s Neapolitan nativity, or the curious Cristo con la gonnella.
    — Jenn Rice, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2026
  • At the front of the room, an elaborate nativity scene (one of several set up throughout the house) has been arranged on an old mantle fireplace, a halo of blue and white string lights framing miniature angels and an extra-miniature baby Jesus.
    — Hannah Towey, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
Definition of nativity

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