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auspicious

[aw-spish-uhs] / ɔˈspɪʃ əs /


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The new parts in Zandvoort did not have an especially auspicious debut, but Gasly has looked strong all weekend.

From BBC Sep. 5, 2026

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

I know many wondered in 1976 whether it was an auspicious time to become a priest, just as Mr. McGurn asks whether now is an auspicious time to be ordained.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 8, 2026

The painted blue feet and Oakley collab sunglasses at the Kiko Kostadinov show felt auspicious as well.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 1, 2026

It was an auspicious beginning to America’s military involvement in Vietnam.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin




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