orisons

plural of orison
as in prayers
an address to God or a deity a fervent orison asking for divine guidance in bringing about a peaceful solution to the grave international crisis

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prayers
Noun
  • With aunts, uncles, cousins, and other relations, my mother and I listened to the prayers.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 Oct. 2025
  • Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to their family and loved ones during this difficult time.
    Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
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“Orisons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/orisons. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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