Godspeed
Americannoun
interjection
Etymology
Origin of Godspeed
First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English, in the phrase God spede “may God prosper (you)”; see God, speed
Example Sentences
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It’s hello, goodbye, good luck, Godspeed, please stop blocking my path, you got this.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
Smoke drifted across the stage while strobes danced across the room, creating a truly captivating set which also featured his popular tracks Godspeed, Retrograde and I'll Come To.
From BBC ● May 23, 2026
"Godspeed speed Carl Dean. Thank you for not picking Jolene," wrote Emmy winner Danny Deraney in a post of his own, sharing a selection of the couple's photos from throughout the years.
From Salon ● Mar. 4, 2025
He ended them with this: “Sir. I wish you Godspeed as you assume your second term in office.”
From Slate ● Jan. 10, 2025
The Godspeed and the Discovery anchor nearby as well, and their men unload.
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
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