prayer
Plural
prayers
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the action of praying to God or other higher powers
- The congregation gathered in the church for a moment of prayer, bowing their heads in reverence and reflection.
- During times of hardship, many turn to prayer as a source of comfort and hope.
- The Muslim community observed the call to prayer, with worshippers facing towards Mecca and reciting sacred verses as a form of devotion.
- Meditation can be a form of prayer for some, offering a quiet space for reflection, connection, and spiritual communion.
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a set of words said to God or other higher power asking for help or expressing thanks
- At bedtime, the children knelt beside their beds for their nightly prayers, expressing gratitude for the day and asking for protection through the night.
- Every morning, the monk recited his prayers in the quiet solitude of the monastery, seeking divine guidance for the day ahead.
- The family gathered around the dinner table, holding hands as they offered a prayer of thanks for the meal before them.
- In times of trouble, she found solace in the simple words of prayer, finding comfort in the belief that her words were heard by a higher power.
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someone who prays to God
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