pray
verb (used with object)
to offer devout petition, praise, thanks, etc., to (God or an object of worship).
have prayed
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present perfectof pray.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Leaders and troops have prayed "during the most turbulent times in our nation's history, and if you talk to many servicemembers they will tell you they appreciate the prayers," she added.
From Barron's ● Mar. 30, 2026
“We have prayed about next summer daily,” the owners said in an email to families of campers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2025
“For generations, Angelenos have prayed their Dodgers on through good times and bad,” John Harvey Taylor, the Episcopal bishop, said in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 20, 2025
“I have prayed every day to fulfil all my child’s unfulfilled desires. It’s taken four years, but my prayers have been answered,” she adds.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2024
Although my father was raised in the church, he wouldn't have prayed for God to spare him.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
