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What animals were originally observed for the omens described as auspicious?

auspicious

[aw-spish-uhs] / ɔˈspɪʃ əs /


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The original proposed date had been Friday the 13th, until it was pointed out that that may not be the most auspicious date to unveil candidates.

From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026

In equally auspicious news, “Sinners” director Ryan Coogler announced he will return to direct “Black Panther 3,” slated for release in 2028.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2026

This isn’t an auspicious time for a bright and hopeful young man to become a priest.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026

It’s the time and the place that the movie occurs, too: fall 1990, an auspicious moment in tech history.

From Salon ● Jun. 8, 2026

There were, indeed, many reasons to have auspicious hopes for the marriage.

From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman


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