bad omen
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A sign that something bad will happen.
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- They took the storm as a bad omen.
- A black cat crossing your path is often considered a bad omen by some.
- The sudden drop in stock prices was seen as a bad omen for the economy.
- Many superstitious people believe that breaking a mirror is a bad omen.
- The ancient Romans often interpreted unexpected events as a bad omen.
- The unexpected silence before the earthquake felt like a bad omen.
- His unexpected resignation was a bad omen for the company's future.
- Some cultures consider certain animal behaviors to be a bad omen.
- The dark, ominous clouds seemed like a bad omen for their outdoor event.
- Ignoring repeated warnings can be a bad omen for any endeavor.