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inauspicious

[in-aw-spish-uhs] / ˌɪn ɔˈspɪʃ əs /


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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

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

His successor will face the challenge that Africa’s best formula for peace and security lies in norm-based multilateral cooperation, but 2025 will be an inauspicious year for reviving that project.

From BBC • Nov. 13, 2024

“What a depressing and inauspicious end to our adventures,” said Horace.

From "Hollow City" by Ransom Riggs




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