wish away
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To hope that something (real or imagined) will not happen.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The approaching interview with his boss could not be wished away.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “wish away” mean?
To hope that something (real or imagined) will not happen.
Is “wish away” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.