Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on-a-wing-and-a-prayer
idiom
/ɒn ə wɪŋ ənd ə prɛər/
Definition
A phrase used to describe a situation where someone is relying on hope or luck rather than careful planning or a solid foundation.
Examples
- They launched the project on a wing and a prayer, hoping everything would fall into place.
- The team went into the competition on a wing and a prayer, with minimal preparation.
Meaning
This idiom signifies a desperate attempt to achieve something with little chance of success, relying solely on hope or faith.
Synonyms
- by the skin of one’s teeth
- against all odds
- with fingers crossed
