prayers
Example Sentences
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In their statement, the Lowe family said Fiona’s death is “devastating for our entire family” and requested prayers and privacy.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2026
"I like walking the streets of Derry and I am often stopped by people asking for prayers and confessions."
From BBC ● Sep. 19, 2026
In other states, local chapters of the mostly Protestant Fellowship of Christian Athletes organize unofficial pregame prayers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
“It’s tragic. Our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers are with the two that were lost and the families,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
But as the day drew nearer, her prayers went unanswered.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
