JONAHS Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

Jonahs

noun

plural of Jonah

as in evil eyes

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In other cases Hoodoo was used to counter the threat of curses, as in the practice of suspending bottles from a tree to trap any malevolent spirits or witches traveling in spirit form.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 Aug. 2026
The cumulative impression of Alice that the book leaves is of someone moving serenely through life, meeting fond blessings and awful curses both with the same calm equanimity.

— Ian Penman, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026

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The mini bar—located inside a gorgeous wooden cabinet—was filled with local spirits like pox, a Mayan liquor made of corn, sugar cane, and wheat, and Mayalen Guerrero mezcal in a bottle so beautiful I was tempted to sneak it back in my suitcase.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026
The affected data include childhood immunization rates against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella, hepatitis, chicken pox and flu; and rates for 13 year olds and expectant mothers.

— Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026

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After spells with six other clubs, he was poised to sign for Arsenal’s north London rivals Tottenham in the summer of 2025.

— Hannah Vanbiber, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Here is Part One of my interview with Diamanda, who grew up in San Diego, was a long time resident of New York City, has cast spells all over the world, and now again lives in San Diego.

— Matt Thompson, SPIN, 21 Aug. 2026

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