heavenward

Example Sentences

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The massive wall painting by Robert Vargas offers three different views of the pitcher, including one of his unique high kick and heavenward gaze during his wind-up.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 12, 2024

Never were there more fervent prayers borne heavenward.

From Washington Post • Mar. 11, 2023

Absent are grand panoramic vistas; instead, the gaze is directed heavenward to the tops of 200-foot-tall Douglas firs and western red cedars.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 18, 2022

This was their payment for prayers they’d launch heavenward in Mr. Moneybags’s honor.

From Washington Post • Oct. 27, 2022

Ifemelu's mother would raise her arm high, heavenward, as she said, “Amen, Father Lord, amen.”

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie