make a wish

idiom

: to wish for something
Close your eyes and make a wish.

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Anyone lucky enough to witness a series-clinching win by the 2025 Rockies might as well make a wish. Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 20 July 2025 In Thursday’s episode, Carrie’s hunky landscaper Adam continued his flirtation with Carrie’s friend Seema, spotting a stray eyelash on her face and asking her to make a wish. Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 10 July 2025 Attendees can make a wish at the wishing tree, pick up a red envelope to feed the dragon and enjoy a Gong Fu Cha Service (Tea Table) from 3 to 5 p.m. Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 When talent is scarce and jobs are widely available, employees can make a wish list while organizations compete for the best candidate with the most appealing perks. Lieke Ten Brummelhuis, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for make a wish

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“Make a wish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/make%20a%20wish. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.

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