matata
Britishnoun
Etymology
Origin of matata
Māori
Example Sentences
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Simba’s lesson in the art of hakuna matata marks the 10th such release, the new doctrine having been launched back in 2010 with Tim Burton’s vision of Alice in Wonderland.
From The Guardian • Jul. 22, 2019
Hakuna matata: Disney made a ton of money with its 1994 animated film “The Lion King.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 15, 2019
At any moment it feels as though David Attenborough will chime in to explain that hakuna matata means “no worries for the rest of your days.”
From Slate • Apr. 10, 2019
Hakuna matata is more than just an expression, added Njogu.
From The Guardian • Dec. 19, 2018
Oh well, as the Lion King would say, hakuna matata.
From Time Magazine Archive
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