pray
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Leo plans to pray privately in the chapel dedicated to 19 priests and nuns murdered during Algeria's 1992-2002 civil war.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
Behind the statue depicting a black Virgin Mary - venerated in both religions - are the words "pray for us and pray for the Muslims".
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
“I pray he has the decency to resign for the sake of his wife and kids,” said Alagood, adding that Swalwell must also “face the full legal consequences of his actions.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026
He asked Americans to join him, not once but daily, to pray for American troops.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
“I pray for her spirit every morning. It’s just that I’m so happy today.”
From "Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes" by Eleanor Coerr
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