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Meaning of thoughts and prayers | Babel Free

Phrase CEFR C1

Definitions

Used by officials and celebrities as a condolence after a tragic event.

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Examples

“One, “Thoughts and Prayers,” was for the drummer Jo Jones; it included a sermonette for the high-hat cymbal. Mr. Hamilton dedicated another, “Just Play⟳ the Melody,” to Mr. Roach.”
“Another meme shows an empty van. “Excellent news,” it reads. “The first truckload of your thoughts and prayers has just arrived.””

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

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