pray
Example Sentences
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All Norma Tactacon can do is pray as the sirens blare.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
Patiently awaiting his subsidy at the Manila community centre, Cipriano said he could only pray for a quick end to the war.
From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026
“I just pray he should survive,” said the man.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
“I pray that you will reflect upon what we are doing in Iran, and who we are doing it for.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026
I bite my nail and silently pray to God, Jesus, and all the saints for him to wake up.
From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.