touchwood Definition
an expression used when one has said something that might tempt fate, to prevent bad luck.
Using touchwood: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "touchwood" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
I haven't had a cold all year, touchwood.
Example
Touchwood, I hope everything goes well with your new job.
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Summary: touchwood in Brief
The term 'touchwood' [tʌtʃwʊd] is an interjection used to prevent bad luck after saying something that might tempt fate. It is often used in phrases like 'Touchwood, I hope everything goes well with your new job.'
