Godspeed
Americannoun
interjection
Etymology
Origin of Godspeed
First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English, in the phrase God spede “may God prosper (you)”; God, speed
Example Sentences
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She concluded her post: “Godspeed, my sissy Dolly. We all love you!”
From Los Angeles Times
In a post on Instagram, he wrote: “Godspeed you, on this next voyage,” referencing the astronaut’s pioneering spirit.
From Salon
"I wish you Godspeed as you assume your second term in office," he said.
From BBC
“Godspeed, sweet Jimmy. My heart is torn but full of love for Evy, Christian, Anthony & Jimmy Jr,” she tweeted.
From Los Angeles Times
“Godspeed, Odysseus. Now let’s go make history,” said Trent Martin, vice president of space systems.
From Seattle Times
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