Example Sentences

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"We are fasting for God but this year we cannot enjoy it," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2024

While no explicit reason was given at first, the postponement was for the benefit of Lebanon’s Muslims, who are fasting for the holy month of Ramadan, which began last week and will end April 20.

From Washington Post • Mar. 27, 2023

The activity is part of a larger effort to build empathy, inclusion and support for young Muslim students who are fasting during the school day.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 17, 2023

For those who are fasting, iftar is a daily deliverance after the long hours of hunger and thirst.

From New York Times • Apr. 28, 2022

But the nuns are fasting now, eating only bread with salt and water.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein