fingers crossed
The phrase "fingers crossed" is an idiomatic expression and gesture used to express hope or wish for good luck, often used in informal contexts.
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Definition
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(informal, idiomatic)An expression used to convey hope for a favorable outcome.
Example
- I'm keeping my fingers crossed that I get the job.
B1General
(gesture)A gesture made by crossing one finger over another to wish for good luck.
Example
- She crossed her fingers as she waited for the exam results.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "fingers crossed":
crossed fingerscross one's fingersgood luckcross one's hearttouch woodknock on wood