God/Heaven forbid (that...) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "God/Heaven forbid (that...)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Jimmy Hung calendar 2022-01-12 11:01

Meaning of God/Heaven forbid (that...) (redirected from God/Heaven forbid )

Synonyms:

perish the thought!

God/Heaven forbid spoken language phrase

Said when one hopes something bad will not occur

You should bring this first-aid kit, if God forbid, you get hurt while climbing.

If, Heaven forbid, you face financial difficulty, you can call me for help.

God forbid that he should fail the exam.

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To eagerly await a future event or situation

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Used to say that a problem or difficulty is almost finished

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