prayers
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On Brazil’s professional soccer fields, players combine meticulous physical preparation with prayers, lucky charms and rituals intended to ward off injury or influence the outcome of a match.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2026
It opposed restoring access for prayers, citing safety concerns during demolition work, a position disputed by the worshippers' lawyer.
From BBC ● Nov. 3, 2026
“Thoughts and prayers are with Jack and his family,” Lions coach Dan Campbell told reporters after the game.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 2, 2026
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont, who campaigned alongside Murphy on Friday, said he and his wife were keeping the senator and his family in their prayers.
From Salon ● Nov. 1, 2026
Ma finished her prayers and came in to say good night.
From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins
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