propitious

Example Sentences

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But those who are hoping for such a propitious outcome will be disappointed.

From Barron's

He warned the UK could "be forced to revoke the concession in the least propitious of circumstances".

From BBC

A dozen or so arrived at Saunders’ office — at a propitious time, for Luther Tibbets had just written, asking for suggestions for a crop that would grow in Riverside’s climate.

From Los Angeles Times

Former President Trump, who aspires to join their ranks, has followed a similar playbook to make America’s emotional and social climate propitious for autocracy.

From Los Angeles Times

It seemed propitious that “Suffs” would start out, like that other historical fantasia “Hamilton,” at the Public Theater.

From New York Times