Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-cross-your-fingers
idiom
/tə krɔs jər ˈfɪŋɡərz/
Definition
To hope strongly that something will happen in a certain way.
Examples
- I have a big exam tomorrow, so I’m crossing my fingers for a good score.
- She crossed her fingers for her friend’s success in the audition.
- We’re crossing our fingers that it won’t rain on the day of the picnic.
Meaning
This phrase is often used when someone is wishing for good luck or a positive outcome, especially when there is uncertainty involved.
Synonyms
- hope for the best
- keep your fingers crossed
- wish for good luck
