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auspicious

[aw-spish-uhs] / ɔˈspɪʃ əs /


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Johnson is so concerned with conforming to the auspicious, nostalgic idea of who Bourdain was that he makes his biopic far too safe.

From Salon Aug. 12, 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

Another auspicious Ojai debutant was the clarinetist Anthony McGill, principal at the New York Philharmonic.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 18, 2026

On Thursday, the Fund's chief spokesperson said the global economy was headed towards this less auspicious situation.

From Barron's May 14, 2026

“At this auspicious period,” he wrote, “the United States came into existence as a Nation, and if their Citizens should not be completely free and happy, the fault will be intirely their own.”

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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