absit omen

/ ˈæbsɪt ˈəʊmɛn /

(no translation)

1. may the presentiment not become real or take place

Word History and Origins

Origin of absit omen¹

literally: may the (evil) omen be absent

Example Sentences

There is a strong undercurrent of labour trade, which gives it a kind of Uncle Tom flavour, absit omen!

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I am well (absit omen) and interested in what I am in—and I embrace you all.

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They had other marks, for some were to go to the bottom—absit omen!

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"Absit omen," remarked Uncle James, and the others laughed, but his wife paid no attention to him.

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