Example Sentences

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Then-President Ronald Reagan ordered a powerful response, and U.S. forces launched an operation called Praying Mantis that targeted several Iranian assets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

"Your energy and loyalty among so many other great qualities will be deeply missed. Praying for strength and guidance for all their family, friends and of course AJ during this very difficult time."

From BBC • Dec. 31, 2025

Praying, “Please, please, please don’t let me drop it again.”

From Slate • Nov. 28, 2024

“I think I was in the third grade then. Praying, and to this day, I hear my brother say, ‘This is no time for praying.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2024

“The Lord’s done give you,” said Praying Mother Washington, “a mighty blessing—and what the Lord gives, can’t no man take away.”

From "Go Tell It on the Mountain" by James Baldwin