1
as in petition
an address to God or a deity
he always directed a bedside prayer to God before going to sleep
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2
as in plea
an earnest request
we hope that the governor will hear our prayer and do something about this pressing problem
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Recent Examples of prayer
The American people are tired of thoughts and prayers.
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Nbc News, NBC news, 30 July 2025
The vigil began with a prayer and ended with faith leaders sharing condolences.
—Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 29 July 2025
In 2022, regime forces gunned down over 90 unarmed worshippers during Friday prayers in Zahedan.
—Jila Andalib, Hartford Courant, 28 July 2025
Then, the head coach said a couple prayers and crossed his fingers.
—Emma Moon
july 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2025
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Nbc News, NBC news, 30 July 2025
The vigil began with a prayer and ended with faith leaders sharing condolences.
—Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 29 July 2025
In 2022, regime forces gunned down over 90 unarmed worshippers during Friday prayers in Zahedan.
—Jila Andalib, Hartford Courant, 28 July 2025
Then, the head coach said a couple prayers and crossed his fingers.
—Emma Moon
july 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prayer
Noun
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The petition notes Houck is incarcerated and Rogers is deceased, and the child currently lives with McIlvoy.—
Killian Baarlaer,
The Courier-Journal,
31 July 2025
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Luna’s office confirmed her plan to start a discharge petition to The Hill.—
Mychael Schnell,
The Hill,
30 July 2025
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As part of his plea agreement, Gustafsson has agreed to pay up to $1.3 million in restitution to victims, as well as to forfeiture to funds that were proceeds of the fraud schemes, including money currently held in a bank account in Sweden.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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Now, his legal team has made another plea for the rapper to be released until his Oct. 3 sentencing hearing.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
29 July 2025
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The White House hasn’t responded to a request for comment.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
4 Aug. 2025
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The Osceola County Sheriff’s Office did not immediately respond to USA TODAY's request for more information.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
4 Aug. 2025
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Despite Chinese foldables being clearly superior the past few years, various factors (some out of their control) have prevented Chinese foldables from reaching mainstream appeal.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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The program aims to provide real-life work experience and show students the appeal of manufacturing jobs.—
Rick Barrett,
jsonline.com,
25 July 2025
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Mosquito larvae hatch in areas where standing water collects, like ponds, birdbaths, flower pots, and gutters.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
18 July 2025
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Countries with these taxes would be able to tax all the revenue large companies that operate online collect — even if the business is unprofitable.—
Auzinea Bacon,
CNN Money,
12 July 2025
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Meghan, 43, wore Dior for her second Buckingham Palace balcony appearance after marrying Prince Harry in 2018, their son Prince Archie's christening in 2019 and the national service of thanksgiving honoring Queen Elizabeth during her Platinum Jubilee in 2022, among other times.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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On Jewish holidays, the Hallel prayer is recited in Shul as a psalm of praise and thanksgiving and collective expression of gratitude for GDs miracles.—
Rafael James,
Sun Sentinel,
24 June 2025
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“Prayer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prayer. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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