praying

Example Sentences

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Leo Kelly—a devout Christian Iowan who was seen ascending the Senate dais, leafing through sensitive documents, and praying in the chamber—described it as “a blessing.”

From Slate • May 28, 2026

Rubio, a devout Catholic, began his four-day, four-city tour by touring the headquarters of Mother Teresa's charity in the eastern city of Kolkata and praying over her tomb.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

Clarke, and the nation as a whole, will be watching and praying he's fit and well come Haiti.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Her younger sister Freida sparked additional concern after she said in a Facebook post she had been “up all night” praying for the singer.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

Instinctively, my hands fold like I’m praying, and then I extend my arms forward, cutting through the splendor as it diverts in either direction, barely avoiding me on either side.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray