verb
- past tense of pray; addressed a deity or higher power in worship or to make a request
- past tense of pray; earnestly hoped for or wished for something
Examples
- She prayed every morning before breakfast.
- The family prayed for his safe return from the war.
- He prayed that the rain would stop before the picnic.
- They prayed together at the church service.
- I prayed for good weather on my wedding day.
- The congregation prayed silently for several minutes.
- She prayed for strength to get through the difficult time.