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auspicious

[aw-spish-uhs] / ɔˈspɪʃ əs /


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It’s the time and the place that the movie occurs, too: fall 1990, an auspicious moment in tech history.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

It turned out to be auspicious for AIG: According to its year-end financial statements, Berkshire has so far paid out $13 billion to cover those losses.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 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

Ahead of Lunar New Year this month, Chinese households typically decorate their doors with couplets - a set of auspicious writings heralding health and prosperity in the new year.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026

“The horoscope book said this is a most auspicious day,” he told Uncle.

From "Dragonwings" by Laurence Yep




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