1
as in petitions
an address to God or a deity
he always directed a bedside prayer to God before going to sleep
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as in appeals
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 prayers
Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family.
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Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
Top Republican officials promote event Organizers expect thousands of people to attend Rededicate 250, which will include worship music, prayers and speeches from Cabinet heads and other Republican officials, along with religious leaders and others.
—Peter Smith, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Grateful and blessed by your prayers and support.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Some relatives broke down upon seeing the coffins, as a Muslim cleric led funeral prayers under tight security.
—Riaz Khan, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
Inside the Summer Grove Baptist Church, mourners wearing pink, purple and blue embraced before the service, which featured a gospel choir and prayers from faith leaders.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 9 May 2026
In the letters that Wilson collected, there are countless appeals to God, prayers for help and understanding and prayers of thanksgiving for strength and mercy.
—Casey Cep, New Yorker, 9 May 2026
Newman’s God is laughing at our prayers, sneering at our cries for help.
—Time, 6 May 2026
Leo then said God doesn’t listen to the prayers of those who wage war.
—Matthew Lee, Fortune, 6 May 2026
Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
Top Republican officials promote event Organizers expect thousands of people to attend Rededicate 250, which will include worship music, prayers and speeches from Cabinet heads and other Republican officials, along with religious leaders and others.
—Peter Smith, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Grateful and blessed by your prayers and support.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Some relatives broke down upon seeing the coffins, as a Muslim cleric led funeral prayers under tight security.
—Riaz Khan, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
Inside the Summer Grove Baptist Church, mourners wearing pink, purple and blue embraced before the service, which featured a gospel choir and prayers from faith leaders.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 9 May 2026
In the letters that Wilson collected, there are countless appeals to God, prayers for help and understanding and prayers of thanksgiving for strength and mercy.
—Casey Cep, New Yorker, 9 May 2026
Newman’s God is laughing at our prayers, sneering at our cries for help.
—Time, 6 May 2026
Leo then said God doesn’t listen to the prayers of those who wage war.
—Matthew Lee, Fortune, 6 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prayers
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Proceedings in the case will likely be halted as the Attorney General’s office petitions the Kansas Court of Appeals to overturn Folsom’s temporary injunction ruling.—
Matthew Kelly
May 19,
Kansas City Star,
19 May 2026
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The difference comes from a state Supreme Court decision in 2017 that lowers the threshold for tax measures that find their way to the ballot via citizen petitions instead of a legislative body’s vote.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
15 May 2026
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By following this guidance, prosecutors can avoid other appeals issues in its retrial.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
14 May 2026
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The rest of the former policy — which spans about five pages long and addresses probationary periods, progressive discipline, appeals, hearings and more — was cut out on Tuesday night after the Board of Managers unanimously voted to delete the language.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 May 2026
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Kibandi discussed with us about the power of art in creating change and how photography can be a vehicle for culture expanding orisons for girls and women.—
Caterina De Biasio,
Vogue,
16 Dec. 2025
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Trump, of course, celebrated Colbert’s cancellation and hoped Kimmel would be fired next, though ABC has ignored the president’s many pleas to sever ties with Kimmel.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
18 May 2026
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Cheng said authorities focus from the outset on breaking prisoners to gain guilty pleas in an environment of isolation, constant surveillance, enforced silence and extreme restrictions on physical movement.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 May 2026
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The loyal, hardworking staff goes above and beyond to accommodate guest requests and ensure an unforgettable stay.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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Both companies referred requests for comment to the Sports Betting Alliance.—
Luke Connors,
Washington Post,
19 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Prayers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prayers. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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