bless
/blɛs/
verb
- To ask for God's favor or protection for someone or something.
- The priest came to bless the new church building.
- My grandmother always blesses us before we leave her house.
- They asked the rabbi to bless their marriage.
- To make something holy or sacred through a religious ceremony.
- They blessed the bread and wine before the meal.
- The family blessed the grave with holy water.
- The water was blessed by the bishop during the service.
- To give someone a special gift, ability, or advantage.
- The region is blessed with rich soil and plenty of rain.
- He was blessed with great patience and kindness.
- Nature blessed her with a beautiful singing voice.
- Used to express gratitude or relief, often in the phrase 'bless you' or 'bless your heart'.
- Bless him, he always remembers my birthday.
- Bless you for helping me carry these groceries!
- She said 'bless your heart' when I gave her the flowers.
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