pray
verb (used with object)
to offer devout petition, praise, thanks, etc., to (God or an object of worship).
will pray
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future tenseof pray.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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"I will pray that he doesn't suffer," she says, noting that her husband will be in office in a few days' time and could help.
From BBC ● Jan. 30, 2026
Instead of attending the play, Reidy said, she and her family will pray at her father’s grave.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 17, 2023
He’s been keeping posters of hostages in his home and will pray for them during Hanukkah.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 6, 2023
“I’ve been there. I will pray for you.”
From New York Times ● Jul. 26, 2023
"We will pray to Allah. What is your name?"
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
