English Explanatory Dictionary

not have a prayer

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To have no chance or possibility, usually in the face of peril or adversity.

Word forms

not have a prayer

Etymology

Implies that not even divine intervention could save the person.

Synonyms

without a prayer

Related words

doomed hopeless screwed up the creek
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