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Fingers Crossed Cross Luck Means Wishing Success Good

Metaphor Keep your fingers crossed
Question Meaning What do you mean?
Meaning

To say you are going to keep your fingers crossed, or cross your fingers means that you are wishing for success or good luck. Saying “fingers crossed” can mean “good luck” or “with luck”.

Question Explanation Why does it mean this?
Explanation

Making the sign of the cross (a Christian symbol) with the fingers was thought to give protection against the devil or bad luck.

Question Example Examples
Example
  1. “I hope the exam goes well. I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you!”

  2. “It’s your turn now! Fingers crossed!”

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