prayed; praying; prays
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: to get or bring by praying
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: to make a request in a humble manner
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: to address God or a god with adoration, confession, supplication, or thanksgiving
Examples of pray in a Sentence
There's little else to do now but hope and pray.
The minister said, “Let us pray.”
He prayed that they would have the strength to go on.
He prayed that he would find a parking spot.
Recent Examples on the Web
About 30 relatives had gathered at the courthouse ahead of the hearing, holding hands and praying.
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Martín Adames, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
The New York Times posted a video of Warnock criticizing Republicans for praying before voting to cut Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program while extending tax cuts for the wealthy.
—Tia Mitchell, AJC.com, 15 June 2026
You’re supposed to meditate and pray.
—Michael Hollett, SPIN, 14 June 2026
Please also pray for our brave first responders who put themselves in harm's way to keep the Midland community safe.
—Natassia Paloma, USA Today, 12 June 2026
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Martín Adames, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
The New York Times posted a video of Warnock criticizing Republicans for praying before voting to cut Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program while extending tax cuts for the wealthy.
—Tia Mitchell, AJC.com, 15 June 2026
You’re supposed to meditate and pray.
—Michael Hollett, SPIN, 14 June 2026
Please also pray for our brave first responders who put themselves in harm's way to keep the Midland community safe.
—Natassia Paloma, USA Today, 12 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for pray
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“Pray.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pray. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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