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pray

[prey] / preɪ /


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"Pray, invoke Almighty God and hope that your prayers will be answered," he told the worshippers.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

Pray “that the church will hold fast to the faith amid persecution, love one another and strive to maintain unity,” the church’s statement read.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

Appeared in the October 24, 2025, print edition as 'Xi Is Watching as Chinese Christians Pray'.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 23, 2025

Palestinian-Chilean singer Elyanna, meanwhile, hogs the spotlight during We Pray, hitting some quite extraordinary high notes.

From BBC • Sep. 12, 2025

“Allah knows best. I’d love to come, but I need to get stronger. Pray for me.”

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan




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