inauspicious

Example Sentences

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Trump had headed into Davos late, after Air Force One broke down -- an inauspicious start to his trip.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

The sudden exit on the third day of Dokoupil’s tenure added to a growing perception that the program is off to an inauspicious start.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2026

Less than seven months have passed since that inauspicious debut, and Yesavage isn’t in Dunedin anymore.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 30, 2025

Most of Peacemaker’s inauspicious circumstances in his prime reality are of his own making.

From Salon • Aug. 21, 2025

In every outward way, the time seemed inauspicious for negotiations.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela