thx
Americanabbreviation
Etymology
Origin of thx
First recorded in 1995–2000
Example Sentences
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“I was surprised and elated when my first film, ‘THX-1138,’ was selected to be shown in a new program for first time directors called the Directors’ Fortnight.
From Seattle Times
Cauce: “Thx. Appreciate you too!”
From Seattle Times
In 1973, fresh off the flop of his first feature, “THX 1138,” Universal released George Lucas’ “American Graffiti” — a box-office sensation and cultural touchstone that almost wasn’t.
From Los Angeles Times
When George Lucas released his first feature, “THX 1138,” in 1971, the film, based on his work as a student at USC, was a modest critical success but a commercial failure.
From Los Angeles Times
Lucas’ mentor, director Francis Ford Coppola — who had backed “THX 1138” through his American Zoetrope production company — encouraged him to make something else.
From Los Angeles Times
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