pray
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Similar to buying fire insurance, people complain about a hike in their premiums, but in that case, they hope and pray they won’t ever need to make a claim.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026
After this ceremony, the pilgrims return to Mecca for a last circumambulation of the Kaaba, the cuboid building at the heart of the Grand Mosque towards which Muslims turn when they pray.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
One doesn’t even have to know that “I’ll pray for you” is Christian conservative code for a stronger phrase.
From Salon • May 25, 2026
The San Diego Islamic Center is typically a bustling crossroads, with kids in school, the faithful coming to pray and others simply taking part in cultural activity.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
“Reverend, did you pray up that storm last night? From the sounds of it, it blew us straight to Virginia!”
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
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