1
as in petition
an address to God or a deity
he always directed a bedside prayer to God before going to sleep
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as in plea
an earnest request
we hope that the governor will hear our prayer and do something about this pressing problem
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Recent Examples of prayer
In another photograph, a man prostrates on the ground during prayer, the edge of his kaffiyeh grazing the soil beneath him in a gesture of devotion.
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M. Z. Adnan, New Yorker, 20 July 2025
Our thoughts and prayers go out to their family and friends who are grieving this tremendous loss.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 18 July 2025
In Japanese culture, a deeper bow indicates a higher level of respect than a slight bow (90 degrees is the max), and prayer hands are not used.
—Chris Ciolli, AFAR Media, 15 July 2025
Monday’s filing was the product of a lawsuit filed in Texas in September 2024 on behalf of the National Religious Broadcasters, an international association of evangelical Christian communicators, as well as Intercessors for America, a conservative Christian prayer advocacy group.
—Angele Latham, The Tennessean, 9 July 2025
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M. Z. Adnan, New Yorker, 20 July 2025
Our thoughts and prayers go out to their family and friends who are grieving this tremendous loss.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 18 July 2025
In Japanese culture, a deeper bow indicates a higher level of respect than a slight bow (90 degrees is the max), and prayer hands are not used.
—Chris Ciolli, AFAR Media, 15 July 2025
Monday’s filing was the product of a lawsuit filed in Texas in September 2024 on behalf of the National Religious Broadcasters, an international association of evangelical Christian communicators, as well as Intercessors for America, a conservative Christian prayer advocacy group.
—Angele Latham, The Tennessean, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prayer
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However, the petition appears to conflict with the California Values Act, or Senate Bill 54, which limits cooperation between local law enforcement and immigration agencies — with certain exceptions.—
Alexandra Mendoza,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 July 2025
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The petition needs 218 signatures to bypass leadership and compel Attorney General Pam Bondi to disclose the files.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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Some families supported the plea deal to avoid a lengthy trial while ensuring punishment for Kohberger.—
Shannon Tyler,
Idaho Statesman,
19 July 2025
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There is no evidence Mueller weighed in on the investigation of Epstein, and his plea deal was handled by Alexander Acosta, then U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, whom Trump appointed as Secretary of Labor in his first term.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
19 July 2025
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Challenge manufacturing did not respond to multiple requests for comment.—
Liam Rappleye,
Freep.com,
24 July 2025
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Sauk County Sheriff Chip Meister did not respond to requests for comment.—
Sophie Carson,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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Despite Chinese foldables being clearly superior the past few years, various factors (some out of their control) have prevented Chinese foldables from reaching mainstream appeal.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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The appeal of the ongoing trend may be explained by its potential to offer a sense of soothing in a volatile world, fashion psychologist Jennifer Heinen told WWD.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
25 July 2025
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Mosquito larvae hatch in areas where standing water collects, like ponds, birdbaths, flower pots, and gutters.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
18 July 2025
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Countries with these taxes would be able to tax all the revenue large companies that operate online collect — even if the business is unprofitable.—
Auzinea Bacon,
CNN Money,
12 July 2025
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Meghan, 43, wore Dior for her second Buckingham Palace balcony appearance after marrying Prince Harry in 2018, their son Prince Archie's christening in 2019 and the national service of thanksgiving honoring Queen Elizabeth during her Platinum Jubilee in 2022, among other times.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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On Jewish holidays, the Hallel prayer is recited in Shul as a psalm of praise and thanksgiving and collective expression of gratitude for GDs miracles.—
Rafael James,
Sun Sentinel,
24 June 2025
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“Prayer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prayer. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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