pray
verb (used with object)
to offer devout petition, praise, thanks, etc., to (God or an object of worship).
is praying
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present progressiveof pray (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Buddhist spiritual leader the Dalai Lama, in India, has said he is praying for all those killed -- but also warned of wider issues.
From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says he is "praying for a speedy recovery" for those injured when a car ploughed into supporters at the club's trophy parade.
From BBC ● May 27, 2025
Moore says she is praying for surf, but not too much.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2024
“The entire nation is praying for these families.”
From New York Times ● May 2, 2024
So if a child is praying in English?
From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah
