Deo gratias
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Amidst sighs that were but the convulsive throes of a heart's emotion, she breathed often and aloud the "Deo gratias" of the faithful soul.
From Alvira, the Heroine of Vesuvius by O'Reilly, A. J. (Augustine J.)
If we sing, Deo gratias, and Te Deum laudamus, and say, God be praised and blessed, when misfortune overtakes us, that is called by Peter and Isaiah a true hallowing of the Lord.
From The Epistles of St. Peter and St. Jude Preached and Explained by Gillett, E. H. (Ezra Hall)
Thus did his reflection lead him till the end of the Gospel, and when he said the Deo gratias he had as yet decided nothing.
From The Grip of Desire by France, Hector
Now, Deo gratias, it will be my own fault if Magnum Bonum is not worked out to the utmost; yes, much better than if we had never gone to America.
From Magnum Bonum by Yonge, Charlotte Mary
He was but little refreshed when he heard Father Cuthbert's morning salutation, "Benedicamus Domino," and could hardly stammer out the customary reply, "Deo gratias."
From Edwy the Fair or the First Chronicle of Aescendune by Crake, A. D. (Augustine David)
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