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Anonymous Posted 15 years ago
Grammar

Meaning or usage..

when do people say - " fingers crossed "
  

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'Fingers crossed' is either a gesture hoping for good luck or a gesture offsetting the misdemeanor of a lie told.

— Mister Micawber

  • 'Fingers crossed' is either a gesture hoping for good luck or a gesture offsetting the misdemeanor of a lie told.
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'Fingers crossed' is either a gesture hoping for good luck or a gesture offsetting the misdemeanor of a lie told.
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Hi,

The usual phrase is 'Keep your figers crossed'. People say it sometimes in situations where they need luck.

eg

I'm going to ask my boss for a raise today. Keep your fingrs crossed for me!'

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