au revoir
Americaninterjection
Etymology
Origin of au revoir
literally: to the seeing again
Example Sentences
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It might be time to shed a little tear as a familiar French face on the streets of Cardiff is saying au revoir.
From BBC • Jun. 24, 2022
Seattle might have said au revoir to the two French bistros started by the much loved Thierry Rautureau, but the “Chef in the Hat” hasn’t hung up his hat quite yet.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 8, 2022
“The message from the French now is clear: no government, no reform, then au revoir, merci,” said a senior political source familiar with the talks.
From Reuters • Nov. 17, 2020
Au revoir, the whole crowd of you, au revoir!
From The New Yorker • Oct. 1, 2018
“So, au revoir, Mr. Ollivander,” said Fleur, kissing him on both cheeks.
From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling
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