prayer

Definition for prayer

noun as in pleading, especially with a deity;

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appeal, invocation, plea, service, worship

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application, begging, benediction, communion, devotion, entreaty, grace, imprecation, litany, orison, petition, pleading, request, rogation, suit, supplication

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answer adoration, beseeching, imploration, imploring, request for help

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He sent his "deepest sympathies and condolences" to the families of those who died, and prayers for a "speedy recovery" to those in hospital.

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During his four years in office, he defended Christian prayer in public schools and sued several local school districts that had enforced mask requirements during the pandemic.

From Salon

Inside the stadium, the mood and atmosphere resembled a raucous political rally or megachurch service with music beforehand from Christian bands who prompted singalongs and prayer from the crowd of almost 100,000.

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Public shootings in the US are normally met with calls from political leaders for calm, prayer and unity.

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The Clarets paid tribute, saying: "The thoughts and prayers of everyone at the club are with Matt's family and friends."

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