God-given
Americanadjective
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given by, or coming directly from, God.
the God-given laws.
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welcome; propitious; opportune.
Etymology
Origin of God-given
First recorded in 1790–1800
Example Sentences
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“I don’t take anchored inflation expectations as a God-given truth. I know we have to work very hard at it every day,” Musalem said in a speech last week.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
Nothing could be more perfect, a God-given grace for the season.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 30, 2025
"For this reason, we must focus on mobilising domestic resources and harnessing our God-given resources," Samia told her ministers.
From BBC • Nov. 18, 2025
“This is a God-given signal,” Adolph Hitler said.
From Slate • Sep. 11, 2025
He said, “So what do you think about it? I’ve thought of a way we can use your God-given gift to help get some money for the Settlement, but if you’re having second thoughts...”
From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis
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