Idiom / PhraseSayings & Idioms

God-willing

[god wil-ing]

Pan-Diaspora· Traditional Christian Anglo-Indian invocation before announcing any future plan

Also spelled: god willing

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Definition #1

A pious, habitual caveat appended to any statement about future travel, appointments, or gatherings, acknowledging providence.

“We’ll be arriving on the morning mail train on Saturday, God-willing, so keep the kettle ready.”

Contributed by Pepperwater

Oct 3, 2026

Speaking at tremendous speed, animatedly, and without pause, especially when exchanging neighborhood news or family gossip.

Dragging out a conversation unnecessarily, exaggerating every detail, or blabbing endlessly when a quick concise answer is wanted.

Vulgar, disrespectful, or foul language typical of brawl-prone drinkers at a local country liquor tavern.