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

Praying for best news possible and speedy recovery!”

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 30, 2025

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

From Slate • Nov. 28, 2024

Praying for the families of the seven World Central Kitchen workers killed, he called for humanitarian aid to reach Gaza’s people and for all efforts to prevent the conflict from spreading.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 3, 2024

Praying that she would not fall off and disgrace herself, she gave the filly the lightest and most timid touch with her knees.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin