1
: a collection of individuals with similar interests or activities
a coven of intellectuals
2
: an assembly or band of usually 13 witches
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Examples of coven in a Sentence
a coven of epicures who gather for monthly wine tastings
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The purple that Mae dons in episode 1 is tied to the coven.
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Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 19 June 2024
With regards to the coven’s mantra, Headland explained that is deeply connected to the concept of family legacy.
—Sophie Hanson, StyleCaster, 18 June 2024
In the final moments, it's revealed that the coven plans to put them all on trial for breaking ancient vampire laws, disguised as a fake matinee play in front of a human audience.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 17 June 2024
Enraged by Osha’s decision, Mae sets fire to their fortress, presumably killing the entire coven, including her two mothers.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 June 2024
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Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 19 June 2024
With regards to the coven’s mantra, Headland explained that is deeply connected to the concept of family legacy.
—Sophie Hanson, StyleCaster, 18 June 2024
In the final moments, it's revealed that the coven plans to put them all on trial for breaking ancient vampire laws, disguised as a fake matinee play in front of a human audience.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 17 June 2024
Enraged by Osha’s decision, Mae sets fire to their fortress, presumably killing the entire coven, including her two mothers.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 June 2024
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“Coven.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coven. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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