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prayer
/ˈpreɪ.ɚ/
Definition
1
A solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God or another deity.
2
The act or practice of praying to a deity.
3
A formula or sequence of words used in praying.
4
An earnest hope, entreaty, or wish.
Examples
After spilling coffee on his laptop, his fervent prayer was for a divine undo button.
The dieter's midnight prayer: 'Please let pizza count as a vegetable tonight.'
In the boardroom, his silent prayer was that the boss wouldn't notice his Zoom filter fail.
Her pre-vacation prayer: 'Dear universe, may the airline lose someone else's luggage.'