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auspicious

[aw-spish-uhs] / ɔˈspɪʃ əs /


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Some were prearranged, but the executives’ timing was auspicious.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

She planned to hang traditional Chinese couplets -- usually on auspicious red paper -- before sharing a family meal.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

Pratt’s elders considered this auspicious and named him Vehunkis—meaning, roughly, “He wants to be a chief.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

Payesh is commonly enjoyed during several auspicious occasions: birthdays, weddings, religious festivals and baby showers.

From Salon • Jan. 10, 2026

I chose an auspicious day, the third day of the third month.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan




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