superstition

Example Sentences

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Donatello, the embodiment of an Old World defined more by superstition than piety and by tradition than goodness, lacks the character to withstand Miriam’s inner darkness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

While thoroughly grounded in training and technique as a world champion athlete, there is also superstition and a little bit of music sprinkled in the mix.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026

Commercialization of spiritual themes walks a fine line, and companies that lean too heavily on superstition may face scrutiny.

From Barron's • Nov. 1, 2025

Enter by filling out the form and tell us about your lucky item or whatever superstition or strategy you have to help the Dodgers win.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 27, 2025

Discoveries in mechanics and steam technology were applied mainly to the perfection of weapons, the encouragement of superstition, the amusement of kings.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan