rabbit's foot
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of rabbit's foot
An Americanism dating back to 1810–20
Example Sentences
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A lucky rabbit’s foot won’t be enough.
From Washington Times
But it is signified with various degrees of directness: A rainbow-striped rabbit’s foot dangles from Nate’s backpack, and at one point it is revealed that Nate, a member of Generation Z, somehow has memorized a monologue from a 1986 episode of “Designing Women,” originally delivered by Dixie Carter.
From New York Times
Do the Nats own a rabbit’s foot factory?
From Washington Post
Owner Kei Kato and her fiancé, Josh Row, had their seats upgraded to the lower bowl as the team made a special exception so the bunny could attend — saying the bunny was their "lucky rabbit's foot" for the playoff push because rabbits aren't typically allowed in the arena.
From Fox News
Owner Kei Kato and her fiancé, Josh Row, had their seats upgraded to the lower bowl as the team made a special exception so the bunny could attend — saying the bunny was their “lucky rabbit’s foot” for the playoff push because rabbits aren’t typically allowed in the arena.
From Seattle Times
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