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- noun Plural form of
kiva .
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Examples
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Ground zero in this scenario is Technical Area 18, a complex of three rectangular buildings, called kivas, in which U.S. scientists have experimented with plutonium and uranium for more than 50 years.
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The inclosure of the kivas is a suggestive feature, which will be discussed later, as will also the square shaft shown on the plan as attached to the principal kiva.
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The underground "kivas" are filled with the various secret orders, corresponding to our lodges, going through their mystic ceremonies.
I Married a Ranger Dama Margaret Smith 1932
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During this sacred season of solar renewal, the kachinas, the guides, the spirit helpers of the tribe, emerge from their dark kivas.
Donna Henes: Winter Solstice: Anniversary Celebration of Creation Donna Henes 2011
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It is a resort of sublime beauty, filled with roaring fires in handmade kivas, Native American artwork, sensual flute music and captivating views from every angle.
Judith Acosta: How To Defend Yourself Against The Media’s Fear Tactics Judith Acosta 2011
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During this sacred season of solar renewal, the kachinas, the guides, the spirit helpers of the tribe, emerge from their dark kivas.
Donna Henes: Winter Solstice: Anniversary Celebration of Creation Donna Henes 2011
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It is a resort of sublime beauty, filled with roaring fires in handmade kivas, Native American artwork, sensual flute music and captivating views from every angle.
Judith Acosta: How To Defend Yourself Against The Mediaâs Fear Tactics Judith Acosta 2011
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During this sacred season of solar renewal, the kachinas, the guides, the spirit helpers of the tribe, emerge from their dark kivas.
Donna Henes: Winter Solstice: Anniversary Celebration of Creation Donna Henes 2011
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During this sacred season of solar renewal, the kachinas, the guides, the spirit helpers of the tribe, emerge from their dark kivas.
Donna Henes: Winter Solstice: Anniversary Celebration of Creation Donna Henes 2011
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A student of Native American wisdom, she had made a trip to Bandelier National Monument near Santa Fe, where there are kivas, ancient Pueblo ceremonial structures, built directly into the cliffs.
Love For No Reason Marci Shimoff 2010
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