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God willing

American  
[gahd wil-ing] / ˈgɑd ˈwɪl ɪŋ /

idiom

  1. (used to express what you hope will happen if nothing prevents it).


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"I found his motorcycle, I found his helmet. He's there, God willing, alive. If not, at least I can find him, see him...I'm not leaving here without my son."

From Barron's Jul. 5, 2026

"Everyone is being successful, God willing," Akhand responded.

From BBC Apr. 15, 2026

God willing, I will make a full recovery.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 18, 2025

"We are determined to return, and God willing, we will rebuild. Even if the houses are demolished, we will not be afraid -- our morale is high."

From Barron's Dec. 17, 2025

I know non-Muslims who say insha’Allah, God willing.

From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed

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