prayer

Example Sentences

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A group of “spirit runners” — a Native American tradition of bringing prayer — sprinted through the heart of Jackson forest as rain poured through the canopy.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

Goodman did not say where Giuliani was receiving care or how long he had been there, but he asked "that you join us in prayer for America's Mayor Rudy Giuliani."

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

He added: "We do ask that you join us in prayer for America's Mayor Rudy Giuliani."

From BBC • May 3, 2026

My prayer was answered differently than I had wanted.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

He sent up one brief, wordless prayer and launched himself out into the space above the chasm.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell