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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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
Italian Premier Giorgio Meloni paid her respects in a social media post, wishing the baby Godspeed.
From Washington Times • Nov. 13, 2023
He says the largest one is the Susan Constant, next in size is the Godspeed, and the smallest, a pinnace, is the Discovery.
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
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