reverse jinx
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English
[edit]Noun
[edit]reverse jinx (plural reverse jinxes)
- A prediction which is the opposite of the outcome desired by the person making it.
Usage notes
[edit]The phrase is mainly used in a sporting context, but may be used in other disciplines e.g. forecasting investment performance.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- Manchester United Match Preview, Editorial Note, January 9, 2009