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Значение идиомы cross one’s fingers
[cross one’s fingers] {v. phr.} 1a. To cross two fingers of one hand for good luck.
Mary crossed her fingers during the race so that Tom would win.
1b. or [keep one’s fingers crossed] {informal} To wish for good luck.
Keep your fingers crossed while I take the test.
2. To cross two fingers of one hand to excuse an untruth that you are telling.
Johnny crossed his fingers when he told his mother the lie.
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